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 shepherd boy practiced with his slings, hoping to protect his flock from wolves. "weaponmilitarysportutensilhistoryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported."After Mark broke his arm, he had to wear slings to support it. "medicineaidChat 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 one of the many types of baby slings available. "wearfamilybodyChat 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 workers used strong slings to lift the heavy crate of machine parts onto the truck. "utilitynauticaltechnicalmachineitemworkChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder."The hunter carefully adjusted the slings on his rifle before heading out into the woods. "militaryweaponitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(chiefly in the plural) A band of rope or iron for securing a yard to a mast."The sailors carefully inspected the slings holding the yards to the masts, ensuring they were strong enough for the upcoming voyage. "nauticalsailingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe act or motion of hurling as with a sling; a throw; figuratively, a stroke."The baseball player's slings sent the ball soaring over the fence. "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 rock climber used slings to secure the rope to the cliff face. "technicalsportitemChat 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 player slings the ball toward home plate with a powerful arc. "actionsportmilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo throw with a sling."The boy skillfully slingshotted a small stone at the target. "weaponactionsportmilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle."The dockworkers carefully slings the heavy crate with strong ropes before the crane lifts it onto the ship. "nauticaltechnicalmachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo sell, peddle, or distribute illicitly (e.g. drugs, sex, etc.)."The dealer slings drugs to teenagers outside the school. "policebusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA young or infant spider, such as one raised in captivity."The breeder carefully separated the tiny slings from their mother to prevent her from eating them. "animalinsectorganismbiologynatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
