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 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.
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.).
Any of very many musical instruments in which taut strings are plucked, bowed or struck in order to produce a sound