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 )

To form a sharp bend or twist in something, especially a rope, hose, or pipe.

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 kinked the hose when he was winding it up.
2. The rope kinked when she pulled it too tightly.
3. She kinked the cable when she was moving it.
4. The wire kinked when he bent it too sharply.
5. He kinked the pipe when he was installing it.