Meaning of the word fling in English
What does fling mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
fling
US /flɪŋ/
UK /flɪŋ/
Verb
1.
throw or hurl forcefully
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He watched her fling the ball into the air.
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She flung her arms around his neck.
2.
move or send (someone or something) in a hurried or forceful way
Example:
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He flung the door open and stormed out.
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The sudden movement flung her forward.
Noun
a short period of unrestrained indulgence; a spree
Example:
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They had a wild fling in Las Vegas.
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She decided to have one last fling before settling down.
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