zing

About 0.13 uses per million words.

Meaning

1. noun A short high-pitched humming sound, such as that made by a bullet or vibrating string.
2. noun A witty insult or derogatory remark.
3. noun Zest or vitality.
4. noun Pleasant or exciting flavour of food.
5. verb To move very quickly, especially while making a high-pitched hum.
6. verb To address a witty insult or comeback to.
7. verb To make a zinging noise or sound.
8. interjection A high pitched humming sound.

Similar words

pizzazz dynamism oomph pizzaz pep zheng zeng zizz whiz zoom

Often followed by

of to and the in that zing into a

Word family

zinged zinging zings