SportsAugust 30, 2026
dink
DINK
Definition
A light, soft kick or tap of the ball, intended to arc it gently over an opponent or obstacle.
Etymology
Originating in the mid-20th century, the word is likely imitative of the sharp, light sound or impact made by a delicate tap or blow to an object.
In the news
Messi scored his third goal by lightly lifting the ball over the goalkeeper, an act described as a dink that demonstrated his technical precision.
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