zing

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Noun

1. A short high-pitched humming sound, such as that made by a bullet or vibrating string.
2. {{lb|en|slang}} A witty insult or [[derogatory]] remark.
3. {{lb|en|uncountable}} [[zest|Zest]] or [[vitality]].
4. {{lb|en|uncountable|slang}} Pleasant or exciting flavour of food.

Verb

1. {{lb|en|intransitive}} To [[move]] very [[quickly]], ''especially'' while making a [[high-pitched]] [[hum]].
2. {{lb|en|transitive|slang}} To address a witty insult or comeback to.
3. To make a zinging noise or sound.

Interjection

1. {{lb|en|onomatopoeia}} A high pitched humming sound.
2. {{lb|en|US|slang}} Used to acknowledge a [[witty]] [[comeback]], a ''zinger''.

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