sink
n. countable B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˈsɪŋk// UK //sˈɪŋk// sink
n. a large bowl in a kitchen or bathroom that is fixed to the wall. It has a tap for water and a hole at the bottom to let the water out.
n. a fixed basin with a water supply and a drainpipe, primarily used for washing hands, dishes, or small objects.
Please put your dirty dishes in the kitchen sink.
The plumber arrived to fix a leak under the bathroom sink before the water damaged the floor.
Modern kitchen designs often feature a deep farmhouse sink made of porcelain or stainless steel to accommodate large pots and pans during cleaning.
Usage
Commonly used with the preposition 'in' when referring to items placed inside the basin.
- Nounsink
- Prepositioninto