noun

flinging

FLIH-ngihng

Flinging (noun) means the act of throwing something with force. Example: “The flinging of mud during the match left both players filthy.”

noun

The act of throwing something with force.

"The flinging of mud during the match left both players filthy."

How to use flinging

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe -ing form of fling, describing forceful throwing.

flingings plural

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The _____ of mud during the match left both players filthy.

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What does “flinging” mean?

The word “flinging” means the act of throwing something with force. In plain terms, the -ing form of fling, describing forceful throwing.

How do you pronounce “flinging”?

“Flinging” is pronounced FLIH-ngihng (/ˈflɪŋɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “flinging” in a sentence?

Here is “flinging” used in a sentence: “The flinging of mud during the match left both players filthy.”

What part of speech is “flinging”?

“Flinging” is a noun.