zinger

Meaning

Noun

• A very rapidly moving object, especially one that is thrown.
• A surprising or unusually pointed, humorous and impressive insult or insulting quip.
• An event that when experienced leaves the witness dazed, either physically or metaphorically.
• An outstanding, energetic and surprising thing or person.
• Something to eat or drink that is tart and stimulating.

Related

Similar words

• one-liner

Origin

• zing + -er