sling🔊

To throw with a circular or arcing motion. +

To throw with a sling.

(nautical) To pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle.

(slang) To sell, peddle, or distribute (often illicitly, e.g. drugs, sex, etc.). +

(weapon) 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.

A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.

A loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load.

A loop of rope, or a rope or chain with hooks, for suspending a barrel, bale, or other heavy object, in hoisting or lowering.

A strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder.

(in the plural) A band of rope or iron for securing a yard to a mast.

The act or motion of hurling as with a sling; a throw; figuratively, a stroke.

(climbing) 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.

A drink composed of a spirit (usually gin) and water sweetened.

A young or infant spider, such as one raised in captivity.