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n. - Discoloration due to dirtiness v. - Make a dent or impression in.

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Usage examples (35)
  • dinge a soft hat
  • They would never that they were supposed to type "dinge" before their comment can be posted.
  • Maar ons kan hierdie dinge net regkry as ons saamwerk.
  • Die jeug gaan nie per ongeluk die regte dinge begin doen nie.
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  • The "dinge" (the state of being dull or shabby) of the harbor is as bad as the "dingy" (shabby, worn, dark, or dull) condition of the boat, but the "dinghy" (a small boat) is clean and has a bell to "ding" (to make a ringing sound).
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