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slings and arrows

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sling 1   (slĭng)   
n.  
    1. A weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a stone is whirled and then let fly.

    2. A slingshot.

    3. A strap of a shoe that fits over the heel.

    4. A strap used to carry a rifle over the shoulder.

    5. Nautical A rope or chain that attaches to the mast and supports a yard.

    6. A band suspended from the neck to support an injured arm or hand.

  1. A looped rope, strap, or chain for supporting, cradling, or hoisting something, especially:

    1. A strap of a shoe that fits over the heel.

    2. A strap used to carry a rifle over the shoulder.

    3. Nautical A rope or chain that attaches to the mast and supports a yard.

    4. A band suspended from the neck to support an injured arm or hand.

  2. The act of hurling a missile.

tr.v.   slung (slŭng), sling·ing, slings
  1. To hurl with or as if with a sling.

  2. To place or carry in a sling.

  3. To move by means of a sling; raise or lower in a sling: sling cargo into a hold.

  4. To hang loosely or freely; let swing.


[Middle English slinge.]
sling'er n.
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