A strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder.
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 loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load.
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.
A loop of rope, or a rope or chain with hooks, for suspending a barrel, bale, or other heavy object, in hoisting or lowering.
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 young or infant spider, such as one raised in captivity.
To pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle.
To throw with a sling.
To throw with a circular or arcing motion.
To sell, peddle, or distribute (often illicitly, e.g. drugs, sex, etc.).