Tina

[ tee-nuh ]

noun

1. a female given name.

tina

/ ˈtiːnə /

noun

1. a slang word for crystal meth

Word History and Origins

Origin of Tina¹

C21: so called because it is commonly bought in ( six ) teen ( ths ) of an ounce

Example Sentences

One of the prime movers behind the scientists’ letter, leading expert Prof Tina Barsby, described the minister’s response as a “encouraging” but said that his promise of clarity “soon” had to mean really soon.

From BBC

In 1985, Jones gathered 46 of America's most popular singers of the time, including Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Tina Turner and Cyndi Lauper to record We Are the World.

From BBC

Beyoncé’s mom, Tina Knowles, writes a diatribe against ‘ignorant self-hating’ critics who accused the singer of lightening her skin at the ‘Renaissance’ premiere.

From Los Angeles Times

Beyoncé’s mom, Tina Knowles, says she’s ready to share some wisdom of her own in a new book.

From Los Angeles Times

Tina Knowles has explained that ‘Beyincé,’ the name emblazoned on daughter Beyonce’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ sash, traces back to her loved ones’ birth certificates.

From Los Angeles Times