Sekirov Dictionary

sling

/ˈslɪŋ/

noun10

  1. A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.
  2. A loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load.
  3. A strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder.
  4. An instrument for throwing stones or other missiles, consisting of a short strap with two strings fastened to its ends, or with a string fastened to one end and a light stick to the other.
  5. A loop of rope, or a rope or chain with hooks, for suspending a barrel, bale, or other heavy object, in hoisting or lowering.
  6. [in the plural] A band of rope or iron for securing a yard to a mast.
  7. A loop of rope or fabric tape used for various purposes: e.g. as part of a runner, or providing extra protection when abseiling or belaying.
  8. A drink composed of a spirit (usually gin) and water sweetened.
  9. The act or motion of hurling as with a sling; a throw; figuratively, a stroke.
  10. A young or infant spider, such as one raised in captivity.

verb5

  1. To throw with a circular or arcing motion.
  2. To throw with a sling.
  3. (slang) To sell, peddle, or distribute (often illicitly, e.g. drugs, sex, etc.).
  4. To hang or stow (a tool or other equipment or supplies) so that the object is ready to deploy.
  5. To pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle.
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slang · slung · slinging · slingeth · slings · slingest

Phrases with sling

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