NYT Dictionary

ZING

/zɪŋ/
NounVerbInterjectionZINGGrade 5

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

A short high-pitched humming sound, such as that made by a bullet or vibrating string.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Of onomatopoeic origin.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

dynamismpizzazzpizzazoomphanimationardorbangbarrelboombreeze

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 9 recorded puzzles:

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