Ginks

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. An informal, slightly derogatory term for a strange, foolish, or unpleasant man or fellow
2. A casual, mildly disparaging name for an odd or clumsy person, usually a man
3. Slang for a peculiar or annoying individual, especially a man whose behavior seems silly

Etymology: "Ginks" is the plural of "gink," a slangy American noun for a man or person, usually used in a faintly dismissive or joking way. The noun itself is of unknown origin, and the best guess is that it grew out of slang senses of "kink" or "geck," a word for a fool or dupe. "Geek," which shares those slang associations with foolishness and oddity, is often cited as a relative. The main thing to know is that "gink" is informal and mostly American, and the plural simply follows the noun's regular pattern. Its exact path into English slang remains uncertain, so the connections to "kink" and "geck" are best read as plausible neighbours rather than proven ancestors.

Synonyms: guy, fellow, chap, bloke