zinger

Meaning

1. (Canada, US, informal) A very rapidly moving object, especially one that is thrown.
2. (Canada, US, informal) A surprising or unusually pointed, humorous and impressive insult or insulting quip.
3. (Canada, US, informal) An event that when experienced leaves the witness dazed, either physically or metaphorically.
4. (Canada, US, informal) An outstanding, energetic and surprising thing or person.
5. (Canada, US) A piece of food or drink that is tart and stimulating.

Synonyms

comment

observation

Translations

القفشة

pique

renovador

cachondeo

🤣

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈzɪŋə(ɹ)/

Etymology

From zing + -er.