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. [Middle English slinge.] slinger n.

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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"