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Plural for a simple weapon in the form of a strap or loop, used to hurl stones or other small missiles
“He holds a stone in his unusually large right hand, in readiness to hurl at Goliath, and a sling in his left hand.”
Plural for a bandage or soft strap used to support an injured body part
“Treatment includes ice, pain medication, a sling for comfort, and early mobilization.”
Plural for an act or instance of throwing or casting something
Plural for an act of moving from one point to another while suspended or on an axis
Plural for a sum of money or other inducement offered or given to bribe someone
To throw or fling an object or projectile
“He built machines designed by skillful men that could shoot arrows and sling large rocks.”
To suspend in an elevated position
“If you have a couple of large trees, you can sling a hammock between them.”
To move around, back and forth, or from side to side, while suspended or on an axis
To stretch a piece of material over something
To give an account of
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