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- Dictionarysling/slɪŋ/
noun
- 1. a flexible strap or belt used in the form of a loop to support or raise a hanging weight: "the horse had to be supported by a sling fixed to the roof"
- 2. a simple weapon in the form of a strap or loop, used to hurl stones or other small missiles: "700 men armed only with slings" Similar
verb
- 1. suspend or arrange (something), especially with a strap or straps, so that it hangs loosely in a particular position: "a hammock was slung between two trees" Similar
- 2. casually throw or fling: informal British "sling a few things into your knapsack" Similar
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Synonym Discussion of Sling. to cast with a sudden and usually sweeping or swirling motion; to throw with or as if with a sling; to serve (food) to a customer… See the full definition
Sling can be a verb meaning to throw, drop, or hang something, or a noun meaning a device for supporting or carrying objects. Learn more about the usage, pronunciation, and translations of sling.
14 meanings: 1. a simple weapon consisting of a loop of leather, etc, in which a stone is whirled and then let fly 2. a rope or.... Click for more definitions.
A sling is a weapon, a device, or a drink with different meanings and uses. Learn the various definitions of sling from different sources, such as dictionaries, thesaurus, and idioms.
a simple weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a projectile is whirled and then released
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