slinging

sling ¹  (slng)

n.

1.

a. A weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a stone is whirled and then let fly.

b. A slingshot.

2. A looped rope, strap, or chain for supporting, cradling, or hoisting something, especially:

a. A strap of a shoe that fits over the heel.

b. A strap used to carry a rifle over the shoulder.

c. Nautical A rope or chain that attaches to the mast and supports a yard.

d. A band suspended from the neck to support an injured arm or hand.

3. The act of hurling a missile.

tr.v. slung (slng), sling·ing, slings

1. To hurl with or as if with a sling.

2. To place or carry in a sling.

3. To move by means of a sling; raise or lower in a sling: sling cargo into a hold.

4. To hang loosely or freely; let swing.

Idiom:

slings and arrows

Harshly critical comments.

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[Middle English slinge.]

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slinger n.

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sling ²  (slng)

n.

A drink consisting of brandy, whiskey, or gin, sweetened and usually lemon-flavored.

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[Origin unknown.]

Thesaurus

Noun

1.

slinging - throwing with a wide motion (as if with a sling) throw - the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist); "the catcher made a good throw to second base"