5 letter words starting with CIN

Cinch

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition: A cinch is an easy task or something that is very easy to do. It can also refer to a strap or belt that is used to secure a saddle on a horse. As a verb, it means to secure something tightly or to make something certain or easy.

Pronunciations: US: /sɪntʃ/; UK: /sɪn(t)ʃ/

Origin and Usage: The word "cinch" comes from the Spanish word "cincha," which means a girth or saddle strap. It was first used in English to refer to the saddle strap in the early 19th century. The meaning of "something easy to do" emerged in the late 19th century, likely influenced by the idea of a saddle strap being an easy task to accomplish. The verb form of "cinch" emerged in the early 20th century.

Synonyms: Noun: breeze, piece of cake, walk in the park; Verb: secure, fasten, tighten

Related Words: clink, pinch, bench, bunch, lunch

Example Sentences:

• Getting an A on that test was a cinch for her. (Noun)
• He cinched the saddle tightly before mounting the horse. (Verb)
• She found the hike to be a cinch, having done it many times before. (Noun)
• He cinched the deal with a handshake. (Verb)