nounπShareAn 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 boy practiced using his sling, aiming for the target in the backyard. "weaponutensilmilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported."The doctor wrapped a sling around his arm to support his injured wrist. "medicineanatomyaidChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load."The mother carried her baby comfortably in a fabric sling. "wearfamilybodyitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA loop of rope, or a rope or chain with hooks, for suspending a barrel, bale, or other heavy object, in hoisting or lowering."The construction worker used the sling to lift the heavy concrete block. "technicalmachinenauticalworkindustryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder."The hunter carefully adjusted the sling on his rifle before heading into the woods. "militaryweaponChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(chiefly in the plural) A band of rope or iron for securing a yard to a mast."The sailboat's slings were too weak, so the crew had to replace them. "nauticalsailingpartstructureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe act or motion of hurling as with a sling; a throw; figuratively, a stroke."The pitcher's powerful sling of the baseball sent it flying into the outfield. "actionweaponmilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA loop of rope or fabric tape used for various purposes: e.g. as part of a runner, or providing extra protection when abseiling or belaying."The climber used a sling to extend her protection point on the rock face. "technicalsportsailingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA drink composed of a spirit (usually gin) and water sweetened."a Singapore sling"drinkChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo throw with a circular or arcing motion."The baseball pitcher expertly slung the ball towards home plate. "actionsportweaponChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo throw with a sling."The boy practiced in the backyard, hoping to sling the stone further each time. "actionweaponmilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle."The crew slinged the heavy crate around the center post to prepare for lifting it onto the truck. "nauticaltechnicalactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo sell, peddle, or distribute illicitly (e.g. drugs, sex, etc.)."The gang leader was known to sling drugs in the neighborhood. "policeactionsocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA young or infant spider, such as one raised in captivity."The zookeeper carefully fed the sling a tiny cricket. "animalinsectbiologynatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
