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sinking

The correct spelling is sinking.

How to pronounce sinking

verb

IPA: /ˈsɪŋkɪŋ/

Say it like: Sin-kin-g

The correct spelling is sinking. (heading, physical) To move or be moved into something. For example: "I have sunk thousands of pounds into this project."

Usage Examples

I have sunk thousands of pounds into this project.

to sink the national debt

I witnessed the sinking of my ship from the shore.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.(heading, physical) To move or be moved into something.
  2. 2.(heading, social) To diminish or be diminished.
  3. 3.To conceal and appropriate.
  4. 4.To keep out of sight; to suppress; to ignore.
  5. 5.To pay absolutely.

noun

  1. 1.The process by which something sinks.

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