Winker: meaning, definitions and examples

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winker

 

[ หˆwษชล‹kษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

facial expression

A winker is a person who closes one eye briefly, often as a form of communication or flirtation. This gesture can convey various meanings such as complicity, humor, or playful intention. The action of winking is common in social interactions and can vary in meaning across different cultures. In some contexts, it can be a signal of secret understanding or shared knowledge.

Synonyms

blinker, flirter, teaser

Examples of usage

  • He gave her a winker to show he was joking.
  • The winker between friends can lighten the mood.
  • She was known as a winker, always playful in her interactions.

Translations

Translations of the word "winker" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น piscador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเคชเค•เฅ€ เคฒเฅ‡เคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช zwinker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kedipan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะธะณะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mrugniฤ™cie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฆใ‚คใƒณใ‚ซใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท clignement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ guiรฑo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรถz kฤฑrpma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ™ํฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบู…ุฒุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mrknutรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mrknutie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็œจ็œผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mrgolec

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ augnablakt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑะปะฐา› า›ะฐา“ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ–แƒ”แƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรถz qฤฑrpma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ guiรฑo

Etymology

The word 'winker' is derived from the verb 'wink,' which has roots tracing back to Middle English 'winkien' and earlier forms in Old English 'wincian,' meaning to close the eyes briefly. The term has evolved over time and has been associated with various social customs and expressions. Winking has been documented in literature and art throughout history, often symbolizing flirtation or complicity. In the 19th century, the playful connotation of the wink became more prevalent in English-speaking cultures. The playful nature of a wink has made 'winker' a popular term in contemporary casual language, allowing it to gain a more affectionate tone.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,498, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.