Meaning of the word zinger in English

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

zinger

US /ˈzɪŋ.ɚ/
UK /ˈzɪŋ.ər/

Noun

1.

a striking or amusing remark

Example:
She delivered a witty zinger that made everyone laugh.
His quick zinger always lightened the mood.
2.

a sudden burst of energy or excitement

Example:
The coffee gave him a much-needed zinger in the morning.
The unexpected news provided a real zinger to the team's morale.