"Chinks" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Chinks" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Chinks" Meaning

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"Chinks" Examples

Usage Examples for "chinks"


1. A chink in the armor

The company's new CEO found a chink in the armor of their outdated marketing strategy and decided to revamp it.

2. Chink in one's armor

The argument was a chink in her armor, revealing a weakness in her otherwise solid defense.

3. A chink in the wall

After years of neglect, the old building had developed a few chinks in the wall that needed to be repainted.

4. To chink

The sound of the ice chinking against the sides of the glass shook me out of my sleep.

5. Chink-eyed

The artist's unique chink-eyed portrait of the subject added a touch of exoticism to the painting.

"Chinks" Similar Words

Chingford

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Chinglish

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"Chinglish" refers to a blend of Chinese and English languages, often resulting in awkward or humorous language constructions. It can also describe the phenomenon of using a mix of Chinese and English words or phrases in everyday conversation, often due to the influence of globalization, cultural exchange, and the increasing importance of English as a lingua franca.

Chinguard

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A chinguard is a protective guard worn by a pregnant woman, typically made of fabric, mesh, or elastic, that supports and shields the expanding belly, aiding in comfort and facilitating easier movements during pregnancy.

Chining

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Chink

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Chinkapin

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Chinkapin is a type of nut-bearing tree or shrub, belonging to the genus Castanopsis. Its fruit is often eaten by humans and wildlife, and the wood is valued for woodworking and furniture-making.

Chinked

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Chinking

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Chinless

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Without a chin or referring to someone who is considered awkward, rude, or unrefined.

Chino

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Chino is a type of cotton twill fabric, typically brown or beige in color, often used to make casual clothing such as pants, shirts, and jackets. The term "chino" is also sometimes used to describe the style of clothing made from this fabric, often characterized by a relaxed, casual, and comfortable look.

Chinoidine

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Chinois

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The word "chinois" is a French term used to describe something related to China, its culture, or its people. It can also be used as an adjective to describe something that is in the style of Chinese design or decoration.

Chinoise

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Chinoiserie

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Chinoline

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Chinoline is a chemical compound consisting of a quinoline ring attached to a hydrocarbon side chain. It is a type of heterocyclic compound, and its name comes from the combination of the words "chinolin", which is one of the earlier names for the quinoline ring, and the suffix "-ine", which is commonly used in the names of organic compounds. Chinoline and its derivatives have been used as intermediates in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and dyes.

Chinon

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