zing: 1. A spicy or strong flavor in food. 2. Something strange and exciting added to something ordinary Examples of #1: "I added chilli peppers to the rice to give it some zing." "This fish tastes good by itself, but it is the sauce that really gives it zing!" "My soup is bland, but I don't know why. I wish it had more zing. Maybe I should add some soy sauce and spices." Examples of #2: "Your black and white poster is beautiful, but it will be better if you add bright colors to give it some zing." "Jazz music has more zing when the musicians improvise." "I put purple tire rims on my car at add a little zing."