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slings
We have found lemma(root) word of slings : sling.
Definitions
[slɪŋ], (Noun)
Definitions:
- a flexible strap or belt used in the form of a loop to support or raise a hanging weight
(e.g: the horse had to be supported by a sling fixed to the roof)
- a simple weapon in the form of a strap or loop, used to hurl stones or other small missiles
(e.g: 700 men armed only with slings)
- a bribe or gratuity
Phrases:
- sling beer
- sling hash
- slings and arrows
Origin
:
Middle English: probably from Low German, of symbolic origin; compare with German Schlinge ‘noose, snare’. sling is from Old Norse slyngva
[slɪŋ], (Verb)
Definitions:
- suspend or arrange (something), especially with a strap or straps, so that it hangs loosely in a particular position
(e.g: a hammock was slung between two trees)
- casually throw or fling
(e.g: sling a few things into your knapsack)
- pay a bribe or gratuity
(e.g: they didn't forget to sling when the backhanders came in)
Phrases:
- sling beer
- sling hash
- slings and arrows
Origin
:
Middle English: probably from Low German, of symbolic origin; compare with German Schlinge ‘noose, snare’. sling is from Old Norse slyngva
[slɪŋ], (Noun)
Definitions:
- a sweetened drink of spirits, especially gin, and water
Phrases:
Origin
:
mid 18th century: of unknown origin
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