5 letter words ending in INK

blink

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: to close and open ones eyes quickly; to give a signal with a light; to move quickly or suddenly

Pronunciation (US): /blɪŋk/

Pronunciation (UK): /blɪŋk/

Origin and Usage: The word "blink" originated from the Middle English word "blenken," which means "to blench or turn aside." It has been used since the 14th century. The word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing to describe the action of quickly closing and opening ones eyes or to describe a quick movement or signal.

Synonyms: flicker, twinkle, flash, wink, flutter, bat, nictitate

Related Words: clink, drink, think, stink, brink

Example Sentences:

• She blinked in surprise when she saw the birthday cake.
• The traffic light blinked yellow, warning drivers to slow down.
• The star in the sky blinked brightly.
• The rabbit blinked and disappeared into the bushes.

Dictionary Entry: Plink 1. Parts of Speech:

verb

2. Definitions:

1. To make a short, sharp, metallic sound, like that of a small object striking a hard surface.
2. To play a stringed instrument, such as a guitar, in a casual and unskilled manner.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /plɪŋk/

UK: /plɪŋk/

4. Origin and Usage:

The origin of the word "plink" is uncertain, but it is believed to be an onomatopoeic word that imitates the sound of a small object hitting a hard surface. The word is often used to describe the sound of a dropped coin or the sound of a bullet hitting a metal target. The word is also used to describe playing a stringed instrument in a casual and unskilled manner.

5. Synonyms:

• Clang
• Chink
• Tinkle
• Jingle

6. Related Words:

• Blink
• Plank
• Drink
• Slink
• Think

7. Example Sentences:

1. He heard the plink of the coin as it hit the pavement.
2. She plinked away on her guitar, trying to learn a new song.

blink

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: to close and open ones eyes quickly; to give a signal with a light; to move quickly or suddenly

Pronunciation (US): /blɪŋk/

Pronunciation (UK): /blɪŋk/

Origin and Usage: The word "blink" originated from the Middle English word "blenken," which means "to blench or turn aside." It has been used since the 14th century. The word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing to describe the action of quickly closing and opening ones eyes or to describe a quick movement or signal.

Synonyms: flicker, twinkle, flash, wink, flutter, bat, nictitate

Related Words: clink, drink, think, stink, brink

Example Sentences:

• She blinked in surprise when she saw the birthday cake.
• The traffic light blinked yellow, warning drivers to slow down.
• The star in the sky blinked brightly.
• The rabbit blinked and disappeared into the bushes.

Think

1. Parts of Speech: verb
2. Definitions:
   1. to have a conscious mind and use it to consider or reason about something
   2. to form or have in the mind; conceive
   3. to call to mind; remember
3. Pronunciations:
   • US: /θɪŋk/
   • UK: /θɪŋk/
4. Origin and Usage: The word "think" originated from the Old English word "thencan" which means "to conceive in the mind, consider". It has been used in English language since the 8th century. The word is commonly used to describe the mental process of reasoning or considering something in ones mind.
5. Synonyms:
   • contemplate
   • ponder
   • meditate
   • reflect
   • ruminate
6. Related Words:
   • think
   • thank
   • blink
   • drink
   • clink
7. Example Sentences:
   • She thinks that he is lying.
   • He thinks that he can finish the project by tomorrow.
   • She couldn think of a good excuse.

Chink

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition: A narrow opening or crack, especially in a wall or barrier. To make a sharp, high-pitched metallic sound, typically one made by a small object striking a metal object.

Pronunciations: US: /tʃɪŋk/, UK: /tʃɪŋk/

Origin and Usage: The word "chink" originated in the 16th century and is derived from the Middle English word "chinken" meaning to make a small crack or fissure. It has been used both as a noun and a verb in English language. It is often considered a derogatory term when used to refer to a person of Chinese descent.

Synonyms: Crack, crevice, fissure, gap, opening, rift, split.

Related Words: Crack, crept, crisp, crick, creek.

Example Sentences:

• There was a chink in the wall that let in a cold draft.
• The hammer chinked against the metal pipe.
• He heard the chink of coins in his pocket.
• She managed to chink the glass without breaking it.