sling

UK /ˈslɪŋ/ US /ˈslɪŋ/
noun 6verb 4

Definitions

verb

1

To throw with a circular or arcing motion.

Everyone could sling stones at an hairbreadth, and not miss.

slings a broken rock aloft in air

2

To throw with a sling.

3

To pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle.

4

To sell, peddle, or distribute (often illicitly, e.g. drugs, sex, etc.).

You may know a lot about chemistry, man, but you don't know jack about slinging dope.

noun

1

An instrument for throwing stones or other missiles, consisting of a short strap with two strings fastened to its ends, or with a string fastened to one end and a light stick to the other.

The Sling is also a weapon of great antiquity, formerly in high estimation among the ancients.

2

A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.

3

A loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load.

4

A loop of rope, or a rope or chain with hooks, for suspending a barrel, bale, or other heavy object, in hoisting or lowering.

5

A strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder.

noun

1

A young or infant spider, such as one raised in captivity.

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