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fling

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Noun

  1. An act of throwing, often violently.
  2. An act of moving the limbs or body with violent movements, especially in a dance.
  3. An act or period of unrestrained indulgence.
  4. A short romantic, oftentimes sexual, relationship.
  5. An attempt, a try.
  6. A severe or contemptuous remark; an expression of sarcastic scorn; a gibe or taunt.
  7. A lively Scottish country dance.
  8. A trifling matter; an object of contempt.

Verb

  1. To throw with violence or quick movement; to hurl.
  2. To move (oneself) abruptly or violently; to rush or dash.
  3. To throw; to wince; to flounce.
  4. To utter abusive language; to sneer.

Proper noun

  1. A surname.

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