sink
sink
sɪnk
sink
British pronunciation
/sɪŋk/

Definition & Meaning of "sink"in English

to sink
01

to go under below the surface of a particular substance such as water, sand, tar, mud, etc.

Intransitive: to sink somewhere
to sink definition and meaning
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The heavy rock sank quickly to the bottom of the lake, disappearing beneath the surface with a muted splash.
After a moment of hesitation, the buoyant balloon began to lose altitude and eventually sank into the calm ocean below.
02

to make something such as a ship submerge

Transitive: to sink a boat or ship
to sink definition and meaning
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The captain decided to sink the old ship deliberately, creating an artificial reef.
The weight of the cargo sank the small boat in the middle of the lake.
03

(of ships, boats, etc.) to move downward beneath the surface of a body of water

Intransitive
to sink definition and meaning
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As the ship took on water, it began to sink slowly into the depths of the ocean.
After the accident, the wreckage of the plane started to sink into the lake.
04

to gradually move downward into a particular substance

Intransitive: to sink into a substance
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As he stepped onto the sandy beach, his toes sank into the warm grains.
Walking on the freshly fallen snow, the child 's boots sank into the soft, powdery surface.
05

to drop in value, amount, strength, etc.

Intransitive
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After the economic downturn, the value of the currency began to sink.
As the winter progressed, the temperature continued to sink.
06

to gradually move downward, often due to the force of gravity

Intransitive
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As the air pressure decreased, the helium balloon began to sink toward the ground.
After the collapse of the old building, the rubble began to sink into the foundation.
07

to dig a hole and place an object into the soil

Transitive: to sink sth into ground
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The construction workers used machinery to sink the beams into the foundation of the building.
The farmer sank wooden stakes into the earth to mark the boundaries of the field.
08

to lower oneself gradually and intentionally

Intransitive: to sink into a position or seat
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She decided to sink into the comfortable chair, enjoying a moment of relaxation.
The yoga instructor instructed the class to take a deep breath and sink into a seated meditation pose.
09

to do something that prevents someone or something from achieving success

Transitive: to sink sth
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Her constant negativity began to sink the team's morale.
The unexpected financial setbacks threatened to sink the small business.
10

to cause something to go into a certain substance

Transitive: to sink an object into a substance
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He sank the knife into the butter with ease, cutting through the smooth surface.
She decided to sink her hands into the warm soil, planting the seeds for the garden.
Sink
01

a large and open container that has a water supply and you can use to wash your hands, dishes, etc. in

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sink definition and meaning

What is a "sink"?

A sink is a plumbing fixture used for washing hands, dishes, and other items. It typically has a basin to hold water, a faucet to control the water flow, and a drain to remove waste water. Sinks are commonly found in kitchens, bathrooms, and utility rooms. They are made from materials like porcelain, stainless steel, or stone, designed for easy cleaning and durability. Sinks are essential for everyday tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and personal hygiene.

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She filled the sink with warm, soapy water to wash the dirty dishes.
He rinsed his hands under the running water in the sink after gardening.
02

a covered reservoir into which waste water or sewage flows

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The industrial facility had a sink for wastewater collection.
Sewage flows into a sink before treatment.
03

a depression in the ground, often in limestone, connected to underground passages and formed by dissolution or collapse

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Rainwater collected in the natural sink in the karst region.
The cave system opens into a sink.
04

a mechanism or process that absorbs, removes, or stores energy, matter, or a substance from a system

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The carbon sink absorbs large amounts of CO₂ from the atmosphere.
Heat sinks are used to prevent electronic components from overheating.
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