ALL meanings of sling hash
sling hash
S s - noun sling hash a device for hurling stones or other missiles that consists, typically, of a short strap with a long string at each end and that is operated by placing the missile in the strap, and, holding the ends of the strings in one hand, whirling the instrument around in a circle and releasing one of the strings to discharge the missile. 1
- noun sling hash a slingshot. 1
- noun sling hash a bandage used to suspend or support an injured part of the body, commonly a bandage suspended from the neck to support an injured arm or hand. 1
- noun sling hash a strap, band, or the like, forming a loop by which something is suspended or carried, as a strap attached to a rifle and passed over the shoulder. 1
- noun sling hash sling-back. 1
- noun sling hash an act or instance of slinging. 1
- noun sling hash a rope, chain, net, etc., for hoisting freight or for holding it while being hoisted. 1
- noun sling hash Nautical. a chain for supporting a hoisting yard. slings, the area of a hoisting yard to which such chains are attached; the middle of a hoisting yard. 1
- verb with object sling hash to throw, cast, or hurl; fling, as from the hand. 1
- verb with object sling hash to place in or secure with a sling to raise or lower. 1
- verb with object sling hash to raise, lower, etc., by such means. 1
- verb with object sling hash to hang by a sling or place so as to swing loosely: to sling a rifle over one's shoulder. 1
- verb with object sling hash to suspend: to sling a hammock between two trees. 1
- idioms sling hash sling hash, Slang. to work as a waiter or waitress, especially at a lunch counter or cheap restaurant. 1