Meaning of DINK in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /dɪŋk/

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  1. Noun

    DINK

    Etymology

    1980s: acronym from double income, no kids

    Definitions

    1. a couple who both have careers and no children (an acronym for dual income no kids)
  2. 2. a soft return so that the tennis ball drops abruptly after crossing the net

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