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Meaning of "slungshot" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF SLUNGSHOT

slungshot  [ˈslʌŋˌʃɒt] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF SLUNGSHOT

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preposition
conjunction
determiner
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Slungshot is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES SLUNGSHOT MEAN IN ENGLISH?

slungshot

Slungshot

A slungshot is a maritime tool consisting of a weight, or "shot," affixed to the end of a long cord often by being wound into the center of a knot called a "Monkey's fist." It is used to cast line from one location to another, often mooring line. The cord end is tied to the heavier line and the weighted end of the slungshot is thrown across the intervening space where a person picks it up and pulls the line across.

Definition of slungshot in the English dictionary

The definition of slungshot in the dictionary is a weight attached to the end of a cord, rope, strap etc. and used as a weapon.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH SLUNGSHOT


airshot
ˈɛəˌʃɒt
Aldershot
ˈɔːldəˌʃɒt
birdshot
ˈbɜːdˌʃɒt
bloodshot
ˈblʌdˌʃɒt
buckshot
ˈbʌkˌʃɒt
earshot
ˈɪəˌʃɒt
eyeshot
ˈaɪˌʃɒt
grapeshot
ˈɡreɪpˌʃɒt
gunshot
ˈɡʌnˌʃɒt
headshot
ˈhɛdˌʃɒt
hotshot
ˈhɒtˌʃɒt
moonshot
ˈmuːnˌʃɒt
one-shot
ˈwʌnˌʃɒt
rimshot
ˈrɪmˌʃɒt
scattershot
ˈskætəˌʃɒt
screenshot
ˈskriːnˌʃɒt
slapshot
ˈslæpˌʃɒt
slingshot
ˈslɪŋˌʃɒt
snapshot
ˈsnæpˌʃɒt
upshot
ˈʌpˌʃɒt

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE SLUNGSHOT

slummer
slumming
slummock
slummy
slump
slump test
slumpflation
slumpy
slung
slung shot
slunk
slur
slurb
slurban
slurp
slurper
slurred
slurries
slurring
slurry

WORDS THAT END LIKE SLUNGSHOT

approach shot
big shot
by a long shot
chip shot
drop shot
free shot
high-angle shot
like a shot
long shot
low-angle shot
mug shot
outshot
pack shot
parting shot
penalty shot
rifle shot
shot
snap shot
to be a warning shot
tracking shot

Synonyms and antonyms of slungshot in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «slungshot» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF SLUNGSHOT

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The translations of slungshot from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «slungshot» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

飞石
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

slungshot
570 millions of speakers

English

slungshot
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

slungshot
380 millions of speakers
ar

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slungshot
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

slungshot
278 millions of speakers

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slungshot
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

slungshot
260 millions of speakers

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slungshot
220 millions of speakers

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Slungshot
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

slungshot
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

slungshot
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

slungshot
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Slametan
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

slungshot
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

slungshot
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

स्लिंगशॉट
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

slungshot
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

slungshot
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

slungshot
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

slungshot
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

slungshot
30 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Greek

slungshot
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

slungshot
14 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Swedish

slungshot
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

slungshot
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of slungshot

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «SLUNGSHOT»

The term «slungshot» is used very little and occupies the 192.318 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «SLUNGSHOT» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about slungshot

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SLUNGSHOT»

Discover the use of slungshot in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to slungshot and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Abraham Lincoln's Most Famous Case
Some evidence suggests that he even parked his wagon next to the wagon of Duff Armstrong.28 During the festivities at the whiskey camp, Watkins lost his slungshot. Someone found the slungshot on the ground not far from where Armstrong ...
George R. Dekle Sr., 2014
2
Black Belt
Massachusetts It is against Massachusetts law to carry on your person or in a vehicle any stiletto, dagger, ballistic knife, dirk knife, double-edged knife, switchblade knife, slungshot, blowgun, blackjack, metallic knuckles, nunchaku ( also ...
3
Black Belt
The weapon could be described, in legal terms, as a "slungshot," which is (more- or- less) a blackjack with a metal or stone striking surface. But though the slungshot is illegal in most states, the key chain is illegal in none. If you mind your own ...
4
Lincoln the Lawyer
Allen claimed to have clearly seen Armstrong deliver the fatal blow with his slungshot, despite the fact that the fight occurred late at night. Allen declared that the evening's full moon provided perfect illumination. Several other witnesses offered ...
Brian R. Dirck, 2008
5
True Stories of Old Houston and Houstonians
that he had missed his victim when he struck at him with the slungshot and had then tried to get away. The slungshot attached to his right wrist told what part he had played in the tragedy. Another case that occurred out on Main Street had more ...
Samuel Oliver Young, 2010
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Legal Executions in the Western Territories, 1847-1911: ...
their victim and Sterres, without hesitation or warning, struck him a blow to the head with his slungshot. Warl did not fall so Sterres struck him again; Warl cried out twice, and the two robbers tackled him and struggled with their victim for several ...
R. Michael Wilson, 2010
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The Pacific Reporter
Criminal taw C=> 1 1 72( I )— Error In Instruction in defining slungshot In language applicable to blackjack held not prejudicial, where jury disregarded Instruction. In prosecution for possession of blackjack or slungshot, error of court in defining ...
‎1929
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California Supreme Court Service
Fannin was found guilty of possessing a slungshot under Pen Code §§ 12020(a). On appeal, he contended the term "slungshot" was unconstitutionally vague and overbroad, both on its face and as applied to him. The court of appeal affirmed, ...
‎2001
9
Advanced Skills in Executive Protection
switchblade knife, pilum ballistic knife, metal knuckle knife, cane sword, billy, blackjack, bludgeon, metal knuckles, chuka-stick, sand bag, sandclub, wrist- brace type slingshot or slungshot, shirken or “Kung Fu star”; or 2) He possesses any ...
A. Hunsicker, 2010
10
Story of Cole Younger
Gillcreas went away, but returned to the attack, this time armed with a heavy slungshot. In the meantime John had gotten the pistol which had been in the wagon. Gillcreas came up to resume the fight and John shot him dead. The slungshot ...
Cole Younger, 2000

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SLUNGSHOT»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term slungshot is used in the context of the following news items.
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Group seeks right to bear slingshots in NJ
A slungshot, sometimes called a monkey's fist, is basically a hard ball or knot, affixed to a rope or cord that would-be robbers could use to whack someone in the ... «Philly.com, May 15»
2
What is a slungshot and why is it illegal in Florida?
Not to be confused with slingshots, slungshots are crafted from a weight or shot tied to a cord. Used for generations by sailors to help throw lines when mooring, ... «Guns.com, Apr 15»
3
Should Florida bring the slungshot back for self defense?
I had no idea there was a burgeoning slungshot industry in Florida. I had no clue what a slungshot was until I heard about a debate in the Florida Legislature ... «Sun Sentinel, Apr 15»
4
Old maritime tool could become Florida's latest concealed weapon
The Legislature appears ready to lift a ban on slungshot, a weighted ball, usually lead, tied to the end of a rope by a knot that completely covers the lead ball. «Sun Sentinel, Mar 15»
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Five things for Tuesday, March 31, 2015
State legislature appears ready to lift a ban on slungshot, a weighted ball, usually lead, tied to the end of a rope by a knot. • Preview of changes and additions to ... «Orlando Sentinel, Mar 15»
6
Juvenile justice? Bill touts new way
While working as an attorney, former President Abraham Lincoln represented a man accused of murdering a drinking companion with a slungshot. The man was ... «Sarasota Herald-Tribune, Mar 15»
7
Proposed bill would legalize 'slungshots'
A slungshot is a marble or a ball of steel wrapped in a cord that can be used as a ... considered in both the Florida House and Senate would legalize 'slungshots. «Bay News 9, Mar 15»
8
Florida's odd bills: Toilets, lingerie, shacking up
A slungshot is a maritime tool — essentially a rope with a weight that's wrapped in a knot called a monkey fist. Its intended purpose is to help sailors toss lines, ... «WTSP 10 News, Mar 15»
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Drones, Slingshots, and Terrible Movies: 2015's Weirdest and Worst …
Slungshot: Were you aware of a weapon called a "slungshot"? It does exist, as evidenced by the video above. In fact, Florida already classified slungshots as ... «Miami New Times, Mar 15»
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Bill would legalize old-time weapon now used as keychain
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines slungshots, also known as monkey's fists, as “striking weapon(s) consisting of a small mass of metal or stone fixed on a ... «TBO.com, Feb 15»

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