Slinger: meaning, definitions and examples

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slinger

[ ˈslɪŋər ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

weapon

A person who uses a slingshot or similar weapon to hurl objects at a target.

Synonyms

catapult wielder, sling-shot user.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
slinger	Sometimes used interchangeably to mean someone who uses a sling, but can also refer more broadly to someone adept at throwing things. The village had a skilled slinger who could defend against intruders using only small stones
sling-shot user	Refers to someone using a modern sling-shot, typically for casual use or informal settings. Often associated with children or hobbyists. The sling-shot user took aim at the tin can, hoping to knock it off the fence
catapult wielder	Specifically used for someone operating a catapult, often in historical or military contexts. The catapult wielder aimed carefully before launching the massive stone towards the enemy fortress

Word

Description / Examples

slinger

Sometimes used interchangeably to mean someone who uses a sling, but can also refer more broadly to someone adept at throwing things.

The village had a skilled slinger who could defend against intruders using only small stones

sling-shot user

Refers to someone using a modern sling-shot, typically for casual use or informal settings. Often associated with children or hobbyists.

The sling-shot user took aim at the tin can, hoping to knock it off the fence

catapult wielder

Specifically used for someone operating a catapult, often in historical or military contexts.

The catapult wielder aimed carefully before launching the massive stone towards the enemy fortress

Examples of usage

He was known as the best slinger in the village.
The slinger aimed carefully before releasing the projectile.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

occupation

A person who transports goods using a sling or similar device.

Synonyms

carrier, mover.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
slinger	Informal term often found in modern or regional dialects, which can imply someone who serves or prepares food, sometimes with a casual or negative nuance. The hash slinger at the diner always remembered my usual order. Being a cocktail slinger in a busy bar requires quick hands and patience.
carrier	Commonly describes a person, vehicle, or entity that transports goods or people from one place to another. The mail carrier arrived early this morning with a package. They hired a professional carrier to move their belongings to the new house.
mover	Usually refers to a person or a company that helps transport household goods during relocation, or someone who initiates action or change. We contacted a mover to help us with our cross-country move. She was the primary mover behind the new environmental policy.

Word

Description / Examples

slinger

Informal term often found in modern or regional dialects, which can imply someone who serves or prepares food, sometimes with a casual or negative nuance.

The hash slinger at the diner always remembered my usual order.
Being a cocktail slinger in a busy bar requires quick hands and patience.

carrier

Commonly describes a person, vehicle, or entity that transports goods or people from one place to another.

The mail carrier arrived early this morning with a package.
They hired a professional carrier to move their belongings to the new house.

mover

Usually refers to a person or a company that helps transport household goods during relocation, or someone who initiates action or change.

We contacted a mover to help us with our cross-country move.
She was the primary mover behind the new environmental policy.

Examples of usage

The slinger loaded the goods onto his shoulder and began the journey.
The slinger carefully balanced the load to ensure safe transportation.

^{Context #3 | Noun}

baseball

A player who is adept at throwing the ball to a base with great speed and accuracy.

Synonyms

pitcher, thrower.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
slinger	Used in informal or older settings to describe someone who throws things, especially stones or projectiles. It often carries an adventurous or heroic connotation. In ancient times, a skilled slinger could defend the village from invaders. The cowboy was known as a fast slinger in duels.
thrower	A general term that can be used in various contexts to describe someone who throws objects. It is neutral and versatile but usually refers to actual throwing rather than sports-specific terms. The thrower launched the javelin with great precision. He's a skilled thrower when it comes to darts.
pitcher	Refers specifically to an athlete in baseball who throws the ball to the batter. This term is specific to sports contexts. The pitcher threw a fastball that struck out the batter. She's the best pitcher on the team.

Word

Description / Examples

slinger

Used in informal or older settings to describe someone who throws things, especially stones or projectiles. It often carries an adventurous or heroic connotation.

In ancient times, a skilled slinger could defend the village from invaders.
The cowboy was known as a fast slinger in duels.

thrower

A general term that can be used in various contexts to describe someone who throws objects. It is neutral and versatile but usually refers to actual throwing rather than sports-specific terms.

The thrower launched the javelin with great precision.
He's a skilled thrower when it comes to darts.

pitcher

Refers specifically to an athlete in baseball who throws the ball to the batter. This term is specific to sports contexts.

The pitcher threw a fastball that struck out the batter.
She's the best pitcher on the team.

Examples of usage

The shortstop is known as a fantastic slinger, making quick and accurate throws to first base.
The coach praised the slinger for his exceptional arm strength.

Translations

Translations of the word "slinger" in other languages:

🇵🇹 funda

atirador
estilingue

🇮🇳 गोफन (Gofan)

🇩🇪 Schleuder

🇮🇩 ketapel

🇺🇦 праща

🇵🇱 proca

🇯🇵 投石器 (tōsekiki)

🇫🇷 fronde

🇪🇸 honda

🇹🇷 sapan

🇰🇷 투석기 (tuseokgi)

🇸🇦 مقلاع (miqlāʿ)

🇨🇿 praky

🇸🇰 prak

🇨🇳 投石器 (tóushíqì)

🇸🇮 frača

🇮🇸 slöngva

🇰🇿 ласса

🇬🇪 ლასო (laso)

🇦🇿 sapan

🇲🇽 honda

Etymology

The word 'slinger' originates from the verb 'to sling', which has Old English and Old Norse roots. In its earliest uses, 'slinger' referred to a person who used a sling as a weapon to throw projectiles. Over time, the term expanded to include individuals who transport goods using slings or similar devices. In the context of baseball, 'slinger' emerged as a term to describe a player with exceptional throwing abilities. Today, 'slinger' continues to be used in various contexts to denote individuals skilled in accurate and forceful throwing.