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
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The act of throwing something with force.
"The flinging of mud during the match left both players filthy."
How to use flinging
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe -ing form of fling, describing forceful throwing.
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Word forms
- Plural
- flingings
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The _____ of mud during the match left both players filthy.
Rhymes for flinging
singing
ringing
winging
pinging
swinging
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clinging
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wringing
springing
stringing
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Frequently asked questions
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.
