Definition of Zing
Zing
Zing
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
A sudden, sharp, and pleasant sound or feeling.
e.g. The fireworks exploded with a loud zing, delighting the crowd.
(noun)
broadly, a sharp flavor/taste, such as tartness/sourness or spiciness;
e.g. The sauce had lots of zing from the lime juice and chilis in it.
(noun)
a high-pitched whining, humming, or ringing sound;
e.g. She heard a zing as an arrow flew close to her ear.
(verb)
to move very quickly, often making a high-pitched whining, humming, or ringing sound;
e.g. He threw the dart and watched it zing through the air before it hit the center of the target.
(verb)
(informal, American) to criticize someone or verbally attack them, usually in a witty and/or sharp manner;
e.g. She started to zing their newest policies for being discriminatory.
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