twink meaning and definition

TWINK noun

Definition of twink (noun)

1. In LGBTQ+ culture, a young or young-looking man with a slender, slight build, little or no body hair, and no facial hair
   • "In the parade, he was surrounded by twinks in vibrant costumes."
   • "He identified himself as a twink when discussing his place within the LGBTQ+ community."
   • "The club is popular with the twink crowd, often featuring music and décor catering to this demographic."
2. In online multiplayer games, a low-level character who has been given powerful items, weapons, or abilities far beyond their level
   • "He had a twink in the game, equipped with gear from his higher level characters."
   • "Twinks can often be spotted in player-versus-player zones, dominating their competitors."
   • "The game developers have implemented measures to reduce the impact of twinks on game balance."