Meaning & Definition
verb
to produce musical sounds with the voice, especially words with a melody.
She sang her favorite song at the talent show.
past tense of sing.
He sang beautifully during the concert last night.
to speak in a musical tone or to make a tuneful sound.
The bird sang sweetly at dawn.
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'sang', related to Proto-Germanic 'singwaz'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to sing someone's praises:
To speak very highly of someone.
sing a different tune:
To change one's attitude or opinion.
sing for one's supper:
To have to do something in order to earn one's keep.
Slang Meanings
To perform well or excel in a situation.
He really sang at that meeting, impressing everyone.
To disclose information or betray someone.
Don't sing on your friends; keep the secret.