sling


4sling

noun

Definition of SLING

: an alcoholic drink that is served hot or cold and that usually consists of liquor, sugar, lemon juice, and plain or carbonated water <gin sling> <rum sling>

Origin of SLING

origin unknown
First Known Use: 1768

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