sling

Definitions

1. To throw with a circular or arcing motion
2. An 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.
3. A young or infant spider, such as one raised in captivity.
4. To throw with a sling
5. A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.
6. To pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle
7. A loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load.
8. To sell, peddle, or distribute (often illicitly, e.g. drugs, sex, etc.)
9. A loop of rope, or a rope or chain with hooks, for suspending a barrel, bale, or other heavy object, in hoisting or lowering.
10. An 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
11. A strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder.
12. A band of rope or iron for securing a yard to a mast.
    in-plural
13. The act or motion of hurling as with a sling; a throw; figuratively, a stroke.
14. A 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.
15. A drink composed of a spirit (usually gin) and water sweetened.

Equivalents

Examples

“The Sling is also a weapon of great antiquity, formerly in high estimation among the ancients.”

“At one sling Of thy victorious arm, well-pleasing Son.”

“To be, or not to be, that is the question⟳: Whether 'tis nobler in the mind⟳ to suffer⟳ The slings and arrows of outrageous fortune, Or to take⟳ arms against a sea of troubles, And by opposing, end⟳ them.”

“gin sling”

“a Singapore sling”

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