English dictionary
fling
nounAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the act of flinging
noun
- a brief indulgence of your impulses
noun
- a usually brief attempt
verb
- throw with force or recklessness
verb
- move in an abrupt or headlong manner
verb
- throw or cast away
verb
- indulge oneself
Example sentences
he took a crack at it
I gave it a whirl
fling the frisbee
He flung himself onto the sofa
Put away your worries
I splurged on a new TV