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The definition of a sling is an instrument used for throwing stones, the act of throwing or a strap used for supporting an injured arm.

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An example of a sling is what David uses to kill Goliath.
An example of a sling is what a person with a broken arm would use to give it support.

See sling in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

1. a primitive instrument for throwing stones, etc., consisting of a piece of leather tied to cords that are whirled by hand for releasing the missile
2. ☆ slingshot
the act of throwing with or as with a sling; cast; throw; fling
1. a looped or hanging band, strap, etc. used in raising and lowering a heavy object or for carrying, supporting, or steadying something: a rifle sling
2. a wide piece of cloth suspended from the neck and looped under an injured arm for support
a rope or chain for supporting a yard
a woman's open-heeled slipper having a strap across the top of the heel
also sling-back

Origin: ME slinge < the v.

transitive verb slung, slinging

to throw (stones, etc.) with a sling
to throw, cast, fling, or hurl
to place, carry, raise, lower, etc. in a sling
to hang loosely or in a sling; suspend (a hammock, etc.), esp. by several attachments

Origin: ME slingen, prob. < ON slyngva, to throw, akin to OE & OHG slingan, to twist oneself, worm along < IE base *slenk-, to twist, turn, creep > slink, Lith slenkù, to creep

noun

an alcoholic drink made with gin, rum, brandy, whiskey, etc., water or soda water, sugar, and, usually, lemon juice

Origin: < ?

See sling in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

a. A weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a stone is whirled and then let fly.
b. A slingshot.
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.
The act of hurling a missile.

transitive verb slung slung (slŭng), sling·ing, slings

To hurl with or as if with a sling.
To place or carry in a sling.
To move by means of a sling; raise or lower in a sling: sling cargo into a hold.
To hang loosely or freely; let swing.

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Origin: Middle English slinge

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