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slinging
sling 1 S0474900 (slĭng)n.1. a. A weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a stone is whirled and then let fly.b. A slingshot.2. A looped rope, strap, or chain for supporting, cradling, or hoisting something, especially:a. A band suspended from the neck to support an injured arm or hand.b. A length of fabric worn on the body for carrying an infant.c. A strap of a shoe that fits over the heel.d. A strap used to carry a rifle over the shoulder.e. Nautical A rope or chain that attaches to the mast and supports a yard.3. The act of hurling something.tr.v. slung (slŭng), sling·ing, slings 1. a. To hurl with a sling: sling stones.b. To throw or fling: "He ripped out the fish guts and slung them to the gulls" (Donna Morrissey).2. a. To move by means of a sling; raise or lower in a sling: sling cargo into a hold.b. To place in a hanging or supported position: sling a towel over one's shoulder.Idiom: slings and arrows Difficulties or hardships.
[Middle English slinge.]
sling′er n.
sling 2 S0474900 (slĭng)n. A drink consisting of brandy, whiskey, or gin, sweetened and usually lemon-flavored.
[Origin unknown.]Thesaurus| Noun | 1. | slinging - throwing with a wide motion (as if with a sling)throw - the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist); "the catcher made a good throw to second base" |
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