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cincher

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Something that cinches as in holds and fastens, such as a belt or corset.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

noun

Meaning 2

Something that proves a point or concludes a story

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Now comes the cincher...

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3

noun

Meaning 3

A waist cincher (type of corset).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

From cinch + -er.