What does FLING mean?

Fling

Parts of Speech: Verb, Noun

Definitions:

• (v.) to throw or hurl forcefully
• (v.) to move with great speed or force
• (n.) a short period of enjoyment or wild behavior

Pronunciations:

• US: /flɪŋ/
• UK: /flɪŋ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "fling" originated from the Old Norse word "flengja" meaning to whip or flog. In modern usage, "fling" is often used to describe a brief, passionate and often reckless romantic relationship. It is also used to describe the act of throwing something forcefully or with great speed.

Synonyms:

• (v.) hurl, toss, cast, pitch
• (n.) affair, tryst, liaison, dalliance

Related Words:

• cling
• bring
• thing
• sling
• sting

Example Sentences:

• She flung the ball across the room.
• He flung himself onto the bed.
• They had a fling over the summer.