Sinker

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪŋkər/

Sinker (noun)

  1. An object that is heavy enough to go down in water or another liquid.
  2. A weight used in fishing to help bait go deeper into the water.

Examples

  • A sinker is used to help objects stay underwater.
  • A sinker is essential for keeping bait at the right depth.

Common collocations: heavy sinker, metal sinker, lead sinker, small sinker

Synonyms of Sinker

Neutral

Antonyms of Sinker

  • refers to something that stays on the surface