kink
word
Definition
A kink is a sharp twist or bend in something long and flexible, like a rope or hose. It can also mean an unusual habit or preference, especially related to sexual behavior.
Usage & Nuances
Common for physical twists (ropes, hoses), and informally for unusual sexual preferences (“sexual kink”). Formal in technical use, informal or slang in the sexual context. Not to be confused with 'cramp' or 'wrinkle'.
Spanish: doblez - torcedura - peculiaridad (sexual)Portuguese (BR): dobra - torção - fetiche (sexual)Portuguese (PT): dobra - torção - fetiche (sexual)Chinese (Simplified): 扭结 - 异常癖好 (性方面)Chinese (Traditional): 扭結 - 異常癖好 (性方面)Hindi: मोड़ - झुकाव (यौन रुचि)Arabic: عقدة - طية - شذوذ (جنسي)
Example Sentences
There's a kink in the garden hose.
basic
My headphones stopped working because of a kink in the wire.
basic
Straighten the rope to get rid of any kinks.
basic
That new system has a few kinks to work out.
natural
Everyone has a kink or two—nobody's completely normal.
natural
She talked openly about her kinks in the interview.
natural