blink

B2
Pronunciation
/blɪŋk/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

The act of very quickly closing both eyes and opening them again.

2 Definition

The time needed to close and reopen one's eyes.

3 Definition

A text formatting feature that causes text to disappear and reappear as a form of visual emphasis.

4 Definition

A glimpse or glance.

5 Definition

Gleam; glimmer; sparkle

6 Definition

The dazzling whiteness about the horizon caused by the reflection of light from fields of ice at sea; iceblink

7 Definition

(in the plural) Boughs cast where deer are to pass, in order to turn or check them.

8 Definition

An ability that allows teleporting, mostly for short distances

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To close and reopen both eyes quickly.

Example Sentences
  • The loser in the staring game is the person who blinks first.
2 Definition

To flash on and off at regular intervals.

Example Sentences
  • The blinking text on the screen was distracting.
3 Definition

To perform the smallest action that could solicit a response.

4 Definition

To shut out of sight; to evade; to shirk.

Example Sentences
  • to blink the question
5 Definition

To trick; to deceive.

6 Definition

To turn slightly sour, or blinky, as beer, milk, etc.

7 Definition

To teleport, mostly for short distances.