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1.nounAn instrument for throwing stones or other missiles, consisting of a short strap with two strings fastened to its ends, or with a string fastened to one end and a light stick to the other.
2.nounA kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.
3.nounA loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load.
4.nounA loop of rope, or a rope or chain with hooks, for suspending a barrel, bale, or other heavy object, in hoisting or lowering.
5.nounA strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder.
6.noun(chiefly in the plural) A band of rope or iron for securing a yard to a mast.
7.nounThe act or motion of hurling as with a sling; a throw; figuratively, a stroke.
8.nounA loop of rope or fabric tape used for various purposes: e.g. as part of a runner, or providing extra protection when abseiling or belaying.
9.nounA drink composed of a spirit (usually gin) and water sweetened."a Singapore sling"
10.verbTo throw with a circular or arcing motion.
11.verbTo throw with a sling.
12.verbTo pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle.
13.verbTo sell, peddle, or distribute illicitly (e.g. drugs, sex, etc.).