sling
noun
Pronunciation: /slɪŋ/
Definition
A flexible loop of fabric used to support or carry an injured limb or a heavy object.
Examples
She wore a sling for several weeks while her shoulder healed.
The crane used a heavy-duty sling to hoist the steel beams into position.
He carried his baby in a fabric sling against his chest.
How to Use sling
- sling over (phrasal verb)
- to throw or hang something loosely over a surface or body part — "He slung his backpack over his shoulder and ran to catch the bus."
- sling between (prepositional phrase)
- to suspend an object between two points — "We slung a rope between the two trees to dry our clothes."
Synonyms of sling
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