On the blink Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Usage Used in casual conversation rather than formal speech or writing. Sorry I'm late, my bike was on the blink and I had to walk. Pro Tip 2/3Technical Issues Often refers to technological or mechanical items, like appliances or vehicles. Can you check the heater? It's on the blink again. Pro Tip 3/3Temporary State Implies the item is not permanently broken and may be fixed. Let's not toss the blender yet; it's just on the blink.