fling
fling Lexical Profile
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• noun
A short, casual romantic or sexual relationship.
"Their summer romance turned out to be just a brief fling before they returned to different universities."
A brief period of unrestrained indulgence, enjoyment, or wild behavior.
"Before starting his demanding new career, he decided to have one last fling traveling across Europe."
An act of throwing, casting, or hurling something forcefully.
"With a quick fling of the fishing line, the angler cast the lure into the middle of the stream."
Scottish A lively, vigorous traditional Scottish dance, such as the Highland fling, characterized by rapid footwork and raised arms.
"The dancers performed a spirited Highland fling to the accompaniment of bagpipes at the annual festival."
• verb
To throw, cast, or hurl something forcefully, carelessly, or recklessly.
"Exhausted from the long hike, she decided to fling her heavy backpack onto the porch chair."
To move or propel oneself or a part of one's body suddenly, impetuously, or violently.
"The delighted child ran across the room to fling his arms around his grandmother's neck."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Dating back to the 13th century in Middle English, the word is of Scandinavian origin, closely related to Old Norse 'flengja' (to whip or beat) and Old Swedish 'flängia' (to rush or swing).