Zinger (Noun)
Meaning
A striking or amusing or caustic remark; "he always greeted me with a new zinger"; "she tried to think of some killer of an argument, a real zinger that would disarm all opposition".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The comedian landed a zinger when he made fun of the politician's hairstyle.
- Her sharp wit allowed her to come up with a zinger of a comeback that left everyone speechless.
- The debate ended with a zinger from the moderator that left the candidates on their heels.
- He always managed to slip in a zinger during his speeches that would make the whole audience laugh.
- She sent a zinger of a text to her ex-boyfriend, leaving him at a loss for words.