Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dinger

noun
/ˈdɪŋər/
Definition
A dinger is a term used primarily in baseball to describe a home run or a powerful hit that sends the ball out of the playing field.
Examples
  • He hit a dinger that helped win the game.
  • The new smartphone is a real dinger with its amazing features.
Meaning
In a broader context, it can also refer to something that is exceptionally good or impressive.
Synonyms
  • home run
  • blast
  • smash
  • hit
  • whopper