fling
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verb \ˈfliŋ\flung \ˈfləŋ\ fling·ing \ˈfliŋ-iŋ\
Definition of FLING
intransitive verb
1
: to move in a brusque or headlong manner <flung out of the room in a rage>
2
of an animal : to kick or plunge vigorously
3
Scottish : caper
transitive verb
1
a : to throw forcefully, impetuously, or casually <flung herself down on the sofa> <clothes were flung on the floor> b : to cast as if by throwing <flung off all restraint>
2
: to place or send suddenly and unceremoniously <was arrested and flung into prison>
3
: to give unrestrainedly <flung himself into music>
— fling·er \ˈfliŋ-ər\ noun
See Examples of FLING
- He flung his shoe across the room.
- She flung the door open and stormed into the room.
- They flung their hats into the air.
- She flung herself into his arms.
- He flung his arms around her.
- I flung back my head and laughed.
- He leaned back and flung his leg over the arm of the chair.
- She flung herself onto the couch.
Origin of FLING
Middle English, perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse flengja to whip
First Known Use: 14th century
Related to FLING
2fling
nounDefinition of FLING
1
: an act or instance of flinging
2
a : a casual try or involvement b : a casual or brief love affair
3
: a period devoted to self-indulgence
Examples of FLING
- She had a fling with her boss.
- They had time for one last fling before going back to school.
First Known Use of FLING
1556
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