1. plural of sink; basins with faucets and drains for washing

1. third person singular present of sink; goes down below the surface of water
2. third person singular present of sink; moves downward or drops to a lower level
3. third person singular present of sink; becomes less in amount, value, or intensity

Examples

• The kitchen has two stainless steel sinks.
• The ship sinks slowly into the ocean.
• The sun sinks behind the mountains at dusk.
• Her heart sinks when she hears the bad news.
• The stock price sinks after the announcement.
• The heavy stone sinks to the bottom of the pond.
• The bathroom sinks need to be cleaned daily.