English Dictionary

sling

/ˈslɪŋ/

noun

(weapon) An 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.

She wore a sling to support her injured arm.

意味（1）

(weapon) An 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.

The Sling is also a weapon of great antiquity, formerly in high estimation among the ancients.

意味（2）

A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.

意味（3）

A loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load.

意味（4）

A loop of rope, or a rope or chain with hooks, for suspending a barrel, bale, or other heavy object, in hoisting or lowering.

意味（5）

A strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder.

意味（6）

(nautical, chiefly in the plural) A band of rope or iron for securing a yard to a mast.

意味（7）

The act or motion of hurling as with a sling; a throw; figuratively, a stroke.

At one sling

At one sling Of thy victorious arm, well-pleasing Son.

意味（8）

(climbing) A 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.

意味（9）

A drink composed of a spirit (usually gin) and water sweetened.

gin sling