Meaning ofsinkin English

Verb

1. to submerge or descend into liquid
   The ship will sink if it takes on too much water.
2. to diminish or experience dread; decline
   The company's profits began to sink after the economic downturn.
3. to cause a vessel to become submerged
   The submarine began to sink after the collision.
4. to hit a ball into a pocket or hole
   The player tried to sink the eight ball into the corner pocket.
5. to feel apprehensive or disheartened; emotionally
   She began to sink into despair after losing her job.
6. to become overwhelmed; lose strength
   The hiker's energy started to sink as he climbed the steep mountain.
7. to decrease or subside (in volume, level, etc.)
   The water level will sink during the dry season.