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SLINGS

(noun, verb)
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There are 9 meanings of the word Slings.

Slings - as a noun

A highball with liquor and water with sugar and lemon or lime juice

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
highball17
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A plaything consisting of a y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
catapult12slingshot13

A shoe that has a strap that wraps around the heel

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slingback18

A 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 bandage

Slings - as a verb

Hurl as if with a sling

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
catapult12

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

"He used slings to carry the boxes."
"The hunter brought a few slings to catch birds."
"In ancient times, slings were commonly used as weapons."
"The rock climber relied on slings for protection."
"The horse stable had a rack full of slings for the saddles."
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Word Game Points

Is SLINGS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, slings is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SLINGS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is SLINGS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, slings is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SLINGS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is SLINGS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, slings is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SLINGS has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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