sling
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Britannica Dictionary definition of SLING
[+ object]
1
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to throw (something) with a forceful sweeping motion
— often used figuratively
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see also mudslinging
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She slung the bag over her shoulder.
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The protesters started slinging [=flinging] stones at the police.
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They slung [=hurled] insults at each other.
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He was slung [=thrown] into jail for the night.
2
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to hang (something) loosely
— often used as (be) slung
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He slung a hammock between two trees.
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His guitar was slung around his neck.
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a low-slung belt
sling your hook
British, informal
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sling
/ˈslɪŋ/
noun
plural
slings
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sling
/ˈslɪŋ/
noun
plural
slings
Britannica Dictionary definition of SLING
[count]
1
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something that is used to lift, carry, or support something: such as
a
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a piece of cloth that hangs around your neck and is used to support an injured arm or hand
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He has to keep his arm in a sling.
b
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a long strap attached to something
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a leather rifle sling
c
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a large piece of cloth that is worn usually around your neck and that forms a bag which is used to hold a baby close to you
d
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a large net, rope, chain, etc., that is used to lift heavy things
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We attached the sling to the crane.
2
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a strap usually with a pocket in the middle that is used to throw something (such as a stone)
slings and arrows
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the problems and criticisms that are experienced in someone's life
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Politicians must be willing to endure/suffer the slings and arrows of public life.
