Meaning of the word chink in English

What does chink mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

chink

US /tʃɪŋk/
UK /tʃɪŋk/

Noun

1.

a small narrow crack or opening:

Example:
I peered through a chink in the curtains and saw them all inside.

Verb

1.

to make a light ringing sound:

Example:
The coins chinked lightly in his pocket as he walked along.
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