Pronunciation spelling of sinking.

present participle of sink

The process by which something sinks, or is sunk.

(simile) Quickly but futilely, away from a failing project.

(idiomatic) Something which is doomed; an impending debacle; an ongoing disaster.

plural of sinking

A feeling of uneasiness or apprehension.

(finance) A fund established by an economic entity by setting aside revenue over a period of time to fund a future capital expense or repay a long-term debt.

plural of sinking ship

plural of sinking feeling