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wink Definition and Meaning in English (wink definition)

noun
Synonyms:blinksignal
Quick Answer • Definition

Wink definition: A quick closing and opening of one eye, typically as a signal or a playful gesture.

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Definitions of Wink

  1. 1noun

    A quick closing and opening of one eye, typically as a signal or a playful gesture.

  2. 2verb

    To close and open one eye quickly, typically as a signal or to convey a message.

Example Sentences

casual

“He gave her a quick wink to show he was joking.”

general

“The lights on the dashboard winked on and off.”

casual

“She winked at me from across the room.”

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Inflected Word Forms

third person singularwinks
past tensewinked
present participlewinking

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

forty winksidiom

A short sleep, especially during the day; a nap.

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Wink definition: A quick closing and opening of one eye, typically as a signal or a playful gesture.
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'Wink' translates to 'wink' in English. Wink definition: A quick closing and opening of one eye, typically as a signal or a playful gesture.
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