English dictionary
sling
nounPronunciation
ˈslɪŋ
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- bandage to support an injured forearm; consisting of a wide triangular piece of cloth hanging from around the neck
noun
- a simple weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a projectile is whirled and then released
noun
- a shoe that has a strap that wraps around the heel
noun
- a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones
noun
- a highball with liquor and water with sugar and lemon or lime juice
verb
- hurl as if with a sling
verb
- hold or carry in a sling
verb
- move with a sling
verb
- hang loosely or freely; let swing
Example sentences
he cannot button his shirt with his slinged arm
sling the cargo onto the ship