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.

Messi scores four as Inter Miami thrash Montreal

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