1. present participle of sling; throwing or hurling something with force
2. carrying or hanging something from a strap or support
3. serving food or drinks quickly and casually
Usage: informal

Examples

• The protesters were slinging rocks at the building.
• She was slinging her backpack over her shoulder.
• The cowboy was slinging his rifle across his back.
• He’s been slinging burgers at the diner all summer.
• The pitcher was slinging fastballs past the batters.
• They were slinging mud at each other during the argument.
• The worker was slinging the heavy rope over the beam.