First Known Use: 1859
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1cinch
noun \ˈsinch\
: something that is very easy to do
—used to say that something will certainly happen or that someone will easily do something
: a strap that holds a saddle on a horse
Full Definition of CINCH
1
: a girth for a pack or saddle
2
: a tight grip
3
a : a thing done with ease b : a certainty to happen <it's a cinch he'll break the record>
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Origin of CINCH
Spanish cincha, from Latin cingula girdle, girth, from cingere — more at cincture
Related to CINCH
2cinch
verb
: to fasten (something, such as a belt or strap) tightly around someone or something
: to make (something) certain to happen
Full Definition of CINCH
transitive verb
1
a : to put a cinch on b : to fasten (as a belt or strap) tightly
2
: to make certain : assure <the goal that cinched the victory>
intransitive verb
: to tighten the cinch —often used with up
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First Known Use of CINCH
1866
CINCH Defined for Kids
1cinch
noun \ˈsinch\
Definition of CINCH for Kids
1
: a sure or an easy thing <This game is a cinch to learn.>
2
: girth 2
2cinch
verb
cinchedcinch·ing
Definition of CINCH for Kids
: to fasten (as a belt or strap) tightly
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