Sling ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Sling ( noun )

1. A simple device consisting of a strap, cord, or chain, used to support and give leverage to a weapon, tool, or burden.
2. A simple device consisting of a piece of cloth, a bandage, or a rope, used to support an injured or immobilized part of the body.
3. A shot fired from a sling.
4. A type of shoe worn on the foot, supported by a strap or cord that passes over the instep and around the heel.
5. A type of hammock-like seat used for carrying children.

Origin:

From old english sling, from proto-germanic *slengwaz, from proto-indo-european *sleyg-. the word has been used in english since the 9th century. .

Examples:

1. The soldier used a sling to launch stones at the enemy.
2. The doctor put a sling on the patient's arm to support it.
3. The sling shot the projectile over the wall.
4. She wore a sling back shoes.
5. The baby was carried in a sling on her mother's back.

(As a verb)

Sling ( verb )

1. A simple device consisting of a strap, cord, or chain, used to support and give leverage to a weapon, tool, or burden.
2. A simple device consisting of a piece of cloth, a bandage, or a rope, used to support an injured or immobilized part of the body.
3. A shot fired from a sling.
4. A type of shoe worn on the foot, supported by a strap or cord that passes over the instep and around the heel.
5. A type of hammock-like seat used for carrying children.

Origin:

From old english sling, from proto-germanic *slengwaz, from proto-indo-european *sleyg-. the word has been used in english since the 9th century. .

Examples:

1. The soldier used a sling to launch stones at the enemy.
2. The doctor put a sling on the patient's arm to support it.
3. The sling shot the projectile over the wall.
4. She wore a sling back shoes.
5. The baby was carried in a sling on her mother's back.