Meaning of the word slingshot in English
What does slingshot mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
slingshot
US /ˈslɪŋ.ʃɑːt/
UK /ˈslɪŋ.ʃɒt/
Noun
a Y-shaped stick with a rubber band attached to the two top ends, used for shooting small stones or other projectiles
Example:
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The boy used a slingshot to knock down apples from the tree.
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He carried a small slingshot in his back pocket.
Verb
to propel or launch something with a slingshot or as if with a slingshot
Example:
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He watched the bird slingshot itself into the air.
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The car seemed to slingshot forward after the light turned green.