gink

noun

The definition of gink is a slang term for a boy or a man that might seem odd or foolish.

An example of a gink is how you might describe a man with unusual mannerisms or style.

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gink

Slang a man or boy, esp. one seen as odd

Origin of gink

from uncertain or unknown; perhaps dialect, dialectal gink, a trick (from source Scottish ginkie, term of reproach applied to a woman)

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gink

noun

Slang

A man, especially one regarded as foolish or contemptible.

Origin of gink

Origin unknown

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