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sling in Dutch

sling in Dutch is draagband, zwaai, slinger — sling means to throw something with a swinging or arcing motion.

sling in Dutch

draagband
noun
zwaai
noun
slinger
noun
(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.
slendang
noun
(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.
mitella
noun
A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.
verband
noun
A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.
ophangen
verb
To throw with a sling.
slingeren
verb
To throw with a sling.
werpen
verb
To throw with a sling.

What does "sling" mean?

  1. verb To throw something with a swinging or arcing motion.
    "He slung his bag over his shoulder and headed out the door."
  2. verb (slang) To sell or distribute something, often illicitly.
    "The dealer was slinging drugs on the corner most nights."
  3. noun A supportive strap or bandage that holds an injured arm against the body.
    "His arm was in a sling for six weeks after the fall."
  4. noun A loop of fabric worn around the body to carry a baby.
    "She carried the baby in a sling while she cooked dinner."

sling in a sentence

  • He slung his bag over his shoulder and headed out the door.
  • The dealer was slinging drugs on the corner most nights.
  • His arm was in a sling for six weeks after the fall.
  • She carried the baby in a sling while she cooked dinner.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "sling" in Dutch?

"sling" in Dutch is draagband, zwaai, slinger. sling means: To throw something with a swinging or arcing motion.

How do you use "sling" in a sentence?

Example: "He slung his bag over his shoulder and headed out the door." In Dutch, "sling" is draagband, zwaai, slinger.

Are there other ways to say "sling" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 9 translations listed for "sling": draagband, zwaai, slinger, slendang, mitella, verband.

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