I. ˈziŋ noun
Etymology: imitative
Date: 1911
1. : a shrill humming noise
2.
a. : an enjoyably exciting or stimulating quality : zest
really put some zing into this industry — Erwin Fine
b. : a sharply piquant flavor
barbecue sauce with zing
II. verb
Date: 1920
intransitive verb
1. : to make or move with a humming sound
2. : zip , speed
transitive verb
1. : to hit suddenly : zap
2. : to criticize in a pointed or witty manner