Kink ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Kink ( noun )

1. A sharp bend or twist in something, especially a rope, hose, or pipe.
2. A mental or emotional block that prevents one from achieving one's goals or desires.

Origin:

The word kink comes from the middle english word "kenke" meaning "a bend or twist" the word has been in use since the 14th century.

Examples:

1. He straightened out the kink in the hose.
2. She had a kink in her neck from sleeping in an awkward position.
3. The kink in the cable caused a power outage.
4. He had a kink in his personality that made it hard for him to trust people.
5. She had a kink in her thinking that made it difficult for her to make decisions.

(As a verb)

Kink ( verb )

1. A sharp bend or twist in something, especially a rope, hose, or pipe.
2. A mental or emotional block that prevents one from achieving one's goals or desires.

Origin:

The word kink comes from the middle english word "kenke" meaning "a bend or twist" the word has been in use since the 14th century.

Examples:

1. He straightened out the kink in the hose.
2. She had a kink in her neck from sleeping in an awkward position.
3. The kink in the cable caused a power outage.
4. He had a kink in his personality that made it hard for him to trust people.
5. She had a kink in her thinking that made it difficult for her to make decisions.