[zing] n [imit.] (1911) 1: a shrill humming noise
2. a: an enjoyably exciting or stimulating quality: zest "really put some ~ into this industry --Erwin Fine" b: a sharply piquant flavor "barbecue sauce with ~"
[2]zing vi (1920) 1: to make or move with a humming sound
2: zip, speed ~ vt 1: to hit suddenly: zap
2: to criticize in a pointed or witty manner