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Uncommonfling
The correct spelling is fling.
How to pronounce fling
/ˈflɪŋ/
nounIPA: /ˈflɪŋ/
Say it like: Fli-ng
The correct spelling is fling. An act of throwing, often violently. For example: "the fling of a horse"
Usage Examples
“the fling of a horse”
“I had a fling with a girl I met on holiday.”
“the Highland fling”
Meanings
noun
- 1.An act of throwing, often violently.
- 2.An act of moving the limbs or body with violent movements, especially in a dance.
- 3.An act or period of unrestrained indulgence.
- 4.A short casual sexual relationship.
- 5.An attempt, a try (as in "give it a fling").
verb
- 1.To move (oneself) abruptly or violently; to rush or dash.
- 2.To throw with violence or quick movement; to hurl.
- 3.To throw; to wince; to flounce.
- 4.To utter abusive language; to sneer.
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