sling

IPA: sɫˈɪŋ

(weapon) An instrument for throwing stones or other missiles, consisting of a short strap with two strings fastened to its ends, or with a string fastened to one end and a light stick to the other.
A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.
A loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load.
A loop of rope, or a rope or chain with hooks, for suspending a barrel, bale, or other heavy object, in hoisting or lowering.
A strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder.
(nautical, chiefly in the plural) A band of rope or iron for securing a yard to a mast.
The act or motion of hurling as with a sling; a throw; figuratively, a stroke.
(climbing) A loop of rope or fabric tape used for various purposes: e.g. as part of a runner, or providing extra protection when abseiling or belaying.
A drink composed of a spirit (usually gin) and water sweetened.
A young or infant spider, such as one raised in captivity.

To throw with a circular or arcing motion.
To throw with a sling.
(nautical) To pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle.
(slang) To sell, peddle, or distribute (often illicitly, e.g. drugs, sex, etc.).

Examples of "sling" in Sentences

He looked up and saw the monkey slinging bananas at him from the top of the tree
The cowboy had his trusty sling ready to use as a weapon against any threats
She had to sling her backpack over her shoulder before heading out on the trail
The chef expertly used the sling to toss the pizza dough in the air before placing it in the oven
As a child, he loved to swing on the sling in the playground, feeling like he was flying through the air