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Sink Definition & Meaning

1. Sink (noun): a basin or bowl used for washing or cleaning.

Example: I washed my hands in the sink after cooking dinner.

2. Sink (verb): to descend or fall, typically below the surface or into a lower position.

Example: The ship began to sink after hitting an iceberg.

3. Sink (noun): a drain that carries wastewater away from a sink or other plumbing fixture.

Example: The plumber fixed the sink by replacing the drain.

4. Sink (verb): to cause to go down below the surface or into a lower position.

Example: The weight of the rocks sank the boat to the bottom of the lake.

5. Sink (noun): a depression in the ground or sea floor.

Example: The divers explored the sink in the ocean, which was home to many unique species of fish.

Examples of the word sink used in sentences.

  • Can you please fix the leak in the sink?
  • The ship sank in the stormy sea.
  • My favorite mug fell into the sink and broke.
  • I wash my hands in the sink after using the bathroom.
  • I always make sure to clean the dishes before putting them in the sink.
  • My kitchen sink is stainless steel and it's easy to clean.
  • My heart sank when I saw the damage to my car after the accident.
  • The Titanic sank in the early hours of April 15, 1912 after hitting an iceberg.
  • After washing the dishes, I always make sure to wipe the sink dry.
  • I need to fix my bathroom sink because the water doesn't drain properly.
  • I accidentally left the water running in the sink and flooded the kitchen floor.
  • The captain ordered the crew to abandon ship as the vessel began to sink rapidly.
  • We decided to install a farmhouse sink in our new kitchen for its rustic charm and practicality.
  • In the middle of the night, we heard a loud crash and found out that the bathroom sink had fallen off the wall.
  • After finishing the dishes, I realized the sink was clogged with food scraps.
  • I found a beautiful antique sink at the flea market that would look perfect in my bathroom renovation project.
  • After a long day of work, I like to sink into my comfortable bed and forget about everything.
  • The dishes started to pile up in the sink, and I knew it was time to do the dishes.
  • My heart sank when I realized I had left my phone at home and couldn't check my messages.
  • The Titanic sank in 1912, taking the lives of over 1,500 people.
  • An eerie silence descended upon the room as the sun began to sink, casting a dark shadow over the once-cheerful decor.
  • The weight of his guilt was too heavy for him to bear, causing him to sink deeper into isolation and despair.
  • She felt a sudden despair sink in as she saw the huge queue at the airport, and she realized she might miss her flight.
  • It was with great dismay that the homeowners watched their beloved antique vase sink to the bottom of the sinkhole that had appeared in their backyard overnight.
  • Despite the weight of the logs, the raft managed to gracefully sink into the river, leaving only a few ripples behind.
  • Her heart sank when she realized she had forgotten her passport at home and wouldn't be able to catch her flight.
  • The polluted river was so choked with debris that it was difficult to even see the bottom of the sink.
  • The sunken treasure was said to be worth millions, but no one had ever managed to find it.
  • Despite his best efforts, the weight of the boat was too much for the sinking dock to handle.
  • As the hours ticked by, the reality of his predicament began to sink in and he grew increasingly desperate.
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