Definition of zing

zingverb

vui vẻ

/zɪŋ//zɪŋ/

The word "zing" has its roots in the early 19th century. Initially, it was used as a verb, meaning "to be active or lively," particularly in a physical or energetic sense. For example, "The children's play was full of zing, with laughing and running around." The modern usage of "zing" as a noun, meaning a sudden, sharp, and often clever or surprising statement or gesture, emerged in the mid-20th century. This sense of the word is often used to describe a witty remark, a clever comeback, or a sudden flash of insight. Over time, "zing" has evolved to encompass a range of meanings, including phrases like "to get a zing" (meaning to feel revived or energized) and "what a zinger" (meaning a clever or impressive statement). Despite its versatility, the core idea of "zing" remains tied to notions of energy, activity, and sudden, striking events.

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to move or to make something move very quickly, often with a high whistling sound

di chuyển hoặc làm cho cái gì đó di chuyển rất nhanh, thường có tiếng huýt sáo cao

Example:
  • electrical pulses zinging down a wire

    xung điện chạy dọc theo một sợi dây

to criticize somebody strongly

chỉ trích ai đó một cách mạnh mẽ

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