Sinker

Pronunciation: /sɪŋkər/

Definitions of sinker

noun a type of pitch in baseball that moves downward sharply as it approaches the plate

Example Sentences

A1 I accidentally dropped the sinker in the lake while fishing.

A2 The sinker helped the fishing line sink to the bottom of the river.

B1 Make sure to attach a sinker to your fishing line to keep the bait underwater.

B2 The sinker is essential for deep-sea fishing to reach the desired depth.

C1 The sinker's weight is crucial for controlling the depth at which the bait is presented.

C2 Experienced anglers know how to choose the right sinker based on the fishing conditions.

Examples of sinker in a Sentence

formal The fisherman used a heavy sinker to ensure his bait reached the bottom of the lake.

informal Make sure to attach a sinker to your fishing line so your hook sinks properly.

slang I forgot to bring my sinker, so I had to use a rock to weigh down my line.

figurative The bad news was a real sinker, bringing everyone's mood down.

Grammatical Forms of sinker

• past tense: sank
• plural: sinkers
• comparative: sinker
• superlative: sinkiest
• present tense: sink
• future tense: will sink
• perfect tense: have sunk
• continuous tense: is sinking
• singular: sinker
• positive degree: sinker
• infinitive: to sink
• gerund: sinking
• participle: sunk

Origin and Evolution of sinker

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'sinker' originated from Old English 'sincan', meaning to submerge or go under water.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'sinker' evolved to refer to an object used to weigh down fishing lines or nets, as well as a type of bread roll in certain regions.