Winkle Definition & Meaning

winkle
noun
  1. small edible marine snail; steamed in wine or baked
  2. edible marine gastropod
verb
  1. emit or reflect light in a flickering manner; "Does a constellation twinkle more brightly than a single star?"
  2. gleam or glow intermittently; "The lights were flashing"
  3. remove or displace from a position

"Winkle" in song lyrics

See how winkle is used in real songs:

  • "I diggedy-don't bruise but snooze like Rip Van Winkle"
    Das EFX — Mic Checka
  • "But I ain't goin out like Rip Van Winkle"
    Ed O.G. & Da Bulldogs f/ Ace&Quan, Def Jef — Speak Upon It
  • "Wake up from ya dream, Rip Winkle"
    Jugga the Bully — Nonstop

Usage tips for "winkle"

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