What does SWING mean?

Here is the requested information on the word "swing": swing

Parts of Speech: verb, noun

Definitions:

1. As a verb, swing means to move back and forth or from side to side while hanging from a fixed point or to cause something to do so.
2. As a noun, swing means an act of swinging or a seat suspended by ropes or chains, on which someone may sit and swing back and forth.

Pronunciations:

• US: /swɪŋ/
• UK: /swɪŋ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "swing" originated in the Middle English period, from Old English "swingan" which means "to beat, strike, or whip". It has been used in English since the 13th century. The word has various uses such as in sports, music, and politics. In sports, it refers to the movement of a bat, racket or club to hit a ball or object. In music, it refers to a rhythmic movement or a style of jazz music. In politics, it refers to the shift of voters from one party to another.

Synonyms:

• verb: sway, oscillate, rock, vibrate
• noun: sway, oscillation, movement, motion

Related Words:

• swain
• swipe
• swirl
• swish
• sworn

Example Sentences:

1. She swung the bat and hit the ball.
2. The children were playing on the swings in the park.
3. The pendulum swings back and forth.
4. The jazz band has a great swing rhythm.
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