Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Sling.
How to pronounce sling:
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Sling - as a noun
A highball with liquor and water with sugar and lemon or lime juice
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
highball17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A plaything consisting of a y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
catapult12slingshot13A simple weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a projectile is whirled and then released
Bandage to support an injured forearm; consisting of a wide triangular piece of cloth hanging from around the neck
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
scarf bandagetriangular bandageSling - as a verb
Hang loosely or freely; let swing
Move with a sling
Example: "Sling the cargo onto the ship"
Hold or carry in a sling
Example: "He cannot button his shirt with his slinged arm"
Example Sentences
"She wore a fashionable leather sling around her arm after injuring herself."
"The hunter carried his rifle on his shoulder using a sling."
"He used a rubber sling to launch a stone across the river."
"The injured bird had a broken wing and couldn't fly without the help of a sling."
"The nurse adjusted the patient's arm in the sling to provide support and prevent further injury."
Word Game Points
Is SLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is SLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is SLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sling is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
