Sung
/sʌŋ/
Meaning & Definition
verb
the past participle of sing; to have produced musical sounds with the voice.
She has sung at many concerts throughout her career.
to have performed a song or vocal piece.
The choir has sung beautiful melodies during the service.
to have expressed something in song form.
He has sung his feelings through his lyrics.
used informally to indicate that someone has been defeated or outmatched.
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
To perform well or excel.
She really sung it on stage last night!
To spill the beans or inform on someone.
Don't sing on your friends; keep it to yourself.