# winking

Pronunciation: say "WINGK-ing" /ˈwɪŋkɪŋ/

## Noun

1. The act of briefly closing and reopening one eye, usually done on purpose as a gesture.
   - Simple: The action of quickly closing and opening one eye on purpose.
   - _A friendly winking from the bartender suggested the next drink was free._
   - _His exaggerated winking during the toast set off a round of laughter._

## Verb

2. Present participle and gerund of wink. — present participle and gerund of wink
   - Simple: Present participle of wink. Use this -ing form when the winking is happening right now.
   - _The actor was winking at the audience to signal that he was joking._
   - _Winking is sometimes read as a sign of flirtation._

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