nounπShareAn act of throwing, often violently."The angry child's flings of toys across the room made a loud crashing sound. "actionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn act of moving the limbs or body with violent movements, especially in a dance."the fling of a horse"danceactionbodyentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn act or period of unrestrained indulgence."After finishing her difficult exams, Maria celebrated with a weekend of shopping and parties β a well-deserved flings. "entertainmentactionperiodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA short casual sexual relationship."I had a fling with a girl I met on holiday."sexhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn attempt, a try (as in "give it a fling").""Even though he was nervous about public speaking, he decided to give it a fling and try out for the school play." "actionpossibilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA severe or contemptuous remark; an expression of sarcastic scorn; a gibe or taunt."Her brother often used sharp flings about her messy room to annoy her. "languagecommunicationattitudewordstatementcharacterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA lively Scottish country dance."the Highland fling"danceculturemusicentertainmenttraditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA trifling matter; an object of contempt."Her hard work and dedication meant so much more to her than the weekend flings that occupied her friends. "attitudecharacterthingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo move (oneself) abruptly or violently; to rush or dash."The dog, excited for his walk, flings himself against the door when he hears the leash. "actionbodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo throw with violence or quick movement; to hurl."Frustrated with the broken toy, the child flings it across the room. "actionphysicsChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo throw; to wince; to flounce."The child flung the ball hard, hoping it would land in the yard. "actionbodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo utter abusive language; to sneer."The scold began to flout and fling."languagecommunicationwordactionattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading