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sling¹

1. a rope or strap by which something may be secured or lifted

2. a rope net swung from a crane, used for loading and unloading cargo

3. Nautical

a. a halyard for a yard

b. the part of a yard where the sling is attached

4. Med a wide piece of cloth suspended from the neck for supporting an injured hand or arm across the front of the body

5. Mountaineering a loop of rope or tape used for support in belays, abseils, etc.

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sling²

a mixed drink with a spirit base, usually sweetened

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sling [sliŋ]

(engineering)

A length of rope, wire rope, or chain used for attaching a load to a crane hook.