Meaning & Definition of word "Sung"
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Sung
/sʌŋ/
verb:
- 1. the past participle of sing; to have produced musical sounds with the voice.
- Example: She has sung at many concerts throughout her career.
- 2. to have performed a song or vocal piece.
- Example: The choir has sung beautiful melodies during the service.
- 3. to have expressed something in song form.
- Example: He has sung his feelings through his lyrics.
- 4. used informally to indicate that someone has been defeated or outmatched.
- Example: After that mistake, you could say the game was sung for the team.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'sungen', past participle of 'singan'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to sing one's heart out:
To sing with great passion and enjoyment.
sing the blues:
To express sadness or melancholy in music.
sing for one's supper:
To perform in exchange for food or remuneration.
Related Words
sing:
To make musical sounds with the voice.
singer:
A person who sings.
singing:
The act of producing musical sounds with the voice.
Slang Meanings of sung
Meaning: To perform well or excel.
Example Sentence: She really sung it on stage last night!
Meaning: To spill the beans or inform on someone.
Example Sentence: Don't sing on your friends; keep it to yourself.