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slinging

UK
/ˈslɪŋɪŋ/
US
/ˈslɪŋɪŋ/

Translations

slingingnoun
slingings
pl
The slinging of stones was a common practice in ancient warfare.
Метание камней было обычной практикой в древней войне.
The slinging was used to launch projectiles over long distances.
Праща использовалась для запуска снарядов на большие расстояния.
Additional translations
бросание
Synonyms
hurling
launching
flinging
casting
throwing
slingverb

slinging

Gerund

slung
Past Simple
slung
Past Participle
slinging
Gerund
UK
/slɪŋ/
US
/slɪŋ/
Synonyms
loop
suspend
hang
drape
propel
heave
cast
pitch
lob
chuck
toss
hurl
fling
throw

Definitions

slingingnoun
The act or process of throwing or hurling something with force.
The slinging of stones was a common method of defense in ancient times.
The action of suspending or hanging something loosely.
The slinging of the hammock between the trees provided a perfect spot for relaxation.
slingverb
To throw or hurl (something) forcefully, especially by means of a sling or with a sweeping motion.
The protester slung a rock toward the line of shields.
To hang, place, or fling (something) somewhere casually or carelessly.
She slung her bag onto the couch and collapsed beside it.
To lift, carry, or suspend (an object) with the aid of a sling or similar apparatus.
The crew slung the crate under the helicopter for transport.
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