Sling

/slɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A strap or loop used for carrying something.

She adjusted the sling to hold the camera more securely.

A type of weapon used to hurl stones or other projectiles.

He used a sling to launch small rocks at the target.

A device or bandage for supporting or immobilizing an injured arm.

After the accident, the doctor put his arm in a sling for support.

verb

To throw or cast with a sudden movement.

He slung the bag over his shoulder and walked out the door.

To send or hurl with force.

The boy slung a stone into the pond, watching the ripples spread.

Middle English 'slinge', from Old Norse 'slinga', meaning 'to throw'.

sling mud:

To make damaging or false statements about someone.

sling a leg:

To walk casually or with relaxed posture.

sling it:

To do something quickly or with little effort.

To drink heavily in a short period.

Let's sling a few beers at the bar.

To engage in casual or reckless behavior.

They were slinging back shots all night.