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BLINK

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Blink.

How to pronounce blink:

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Blink - as a noun

A reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blinking15eye blinknictation11nictitation13wink11winking15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
inborn reflexinnate reflexinstinctive reflexphysiological reactionreflex16reflex actionreflex responseunconditioned reflex
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Blink - as a verb

Briefly shut the eyes

Example: "The tv announcer never seems to blink"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nictate9nictitate11wink11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
act involuntarilyact reflexively
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Keep back by blinking

Example: "Blink away tears"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blink awaywink11

Gleam or glow intermittently

Example: "The lights were flashing"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flash11twinkle14wink11winkle13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
radiate8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Her blink was so quick, I almost missed it."
"He gave her a teasing wink and a blink."
"The bright lights made her blink repeatedly."
"With a simple blink, he conveyed his annoyance."
"She couldn't help but blink back tears."
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Word Game Points

Is BLINK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, blink is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BLINK has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is BLINK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, blink is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BLINK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is BLINK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, blink is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BLINK has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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