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Word: Sling
Speech Type: Noun
Middle English: probably from Low German, of symbolic origin; compare with German Schlinge ‘noose, snare’. sling (sense 2 of the verb) is from Old Norse slyngva
slɪŋ
a flexible strap or belt used in the form of a loop to support or raise a hanging weight
Short Definition:flexible strap or belt used in form of loop
Examples:- the horse had to be supported by a sling fixed to the roof
a simple weapon in the form of a strap or loop, used to hurl stones or other small missiles
Short Definition:simple weapon in form of strap or loop
Examples:- 700 men armed only with slings
a bribe or gratuity.
Short Definition:bribe or gratuity
Word: Sling
Speech Type: Verb
slɪŋ
suspend or arrange (something), especially with a strap or straps, so that it hangs loosely in a particular position
Short Definition:suspend or arrange something so that it hangs loosely in particular position
Examples:- a hammock was slung between two trees
casually throw or fling
Short Definition:casually throw or fling
Examples:- sling a few things into your knapsack
pay a bribe or gratuity
Short Definition:pay bribe or gratuity
Examples:- they didn't forget to sling when the backhanders came in
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