zing
zing Lexical Profile
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• noun
Vitality, zest, or lively enthusiasm; an exciting or piquant quality.
"A squeeze of fresh lime juice adds a pleasant zing to the marinade."
A short, high-pitched humming or whistling sound made by something moving rapidly through the air or vibrating.
"The archer heard the sharp zing of the bowstring as the arrow flew toward the target."
• interjection
Used to acknowledge or emphasize a clever, witty, or pointedly critical remark or comeback.
"Zing! That witty comeback left the entire debate panel momentarily speechless."
• verb
To move swiftly while making a high-pitched humming or whistling sound.
"The tennis ball zinged right past the player's racket and landed on the baseline."
To criticize, tease, or insult someone with a sharp, clever, or pointed remark (informal).
"The comedian playfully zinged the host during the opening monologue."
• Rhymes for zing
Word Origin & Etymology
First recorded in the early 20th century, 'zing' is an onomatopoeic word created to imitate the sharp, high-pitched sound of a fast-moving projectile slicing through the air.