ketapel — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
ketapel is used for these senses in English:
- sling (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.
- slingshot (chiefly, American, AU, Philippines) A Y-shaped stick with an elastic sling between the arms used for shooting small projectiles.
sling — full definition
- verb To throw something with a swinging or arcing motion.
- verb (slang) To sell or distribute something, often illicitly.
- noun A supportive strap or bandage that holds an injured arm against the body.
- noun A loop of fabric worn around the body to carry a baby.
- noun A strap attached to a rifle or bag for carrying it over the shoulder.
slingshot — full definition
- noun A Y-shaped handheld device with an elastic band stretched between its arms, used to fire small stones or other projectiles.
- noun In pinball, a triangular bumper near the flippers that fires the ball back with extra force when it is struck.
- verb To hurl or launch something with a sudden burst of speed, as if fired from a slingshot.