5 letter words ending in RINK

Brink

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The edge or margin of a steep place or of land bordering water.

Pronunciations: US: /brɪŋk/; UK: /brɪŋk/

Origin and Usage: The word "brink" originated from the Middle English word "brinke" which means "edge". It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The word "brink" is commonly used to refer to the edge or margin of a steep place or of land bordering water.

Synonyms: Edge, border, margin, verge, rim.

Related Words: Blunt, blink, break, brick, brook.

Example Sentences:

1. She stood on the brink of the cliff, looking down at the ocean below.
2. The river flowed gently along the brink of the meadow.
3. The company was on the brink of bankruptcy before the new CEO took over.
4. He was on the brink of tears when he heard the news.
5. The team was on the brink of victory when they scored the winning goal.

Drink Parts of Speech

Drink is a verb and a noun.

Definitions

As a verb, to drink means to take liquid into the mouth and swallow it. As a noun, a drink is a liquid that is consumed.

Pronunciations

• US: /drɪŋk/
• UK: /drɪŋk/

Origin and Usage

The word drink comes from the Old English word drincan, which means "to swallow liquid." The word has been used in English since the 9th century.

Drink is a common word that is used in many contexts. It is often used to refer to alcoholic beverages, but it can also refer to non-alcoholic beverages such as water, juice, and soda.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for drink as a verb include consume, imbibe, and quaff. As a noun, some synonyms include beverage, refreshment, and libation.

Related Words

• Drain
• Drake
• Drift
• Drive
• Droop

Example Sentences

• He likes to drink coffee in the morning.
• She drank a glass of water after her workout.
• The partygoers were drinking champagne and dancing.
• He ordered a drink at the bar.
• She drank too much and got sick.