Definition of fling
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 : to move in a brusque or headlong manner
flung out of the room in a rage
2 of an animal : to kick or plunge vigorously
1a : to throw forcefully, impetuously, or casually
flung herself down on the sofa clothes were flung on the floor
b : to cast as if by throwing
flung off all restraint
2 : to place or send suddenly and unceremoniously (see unceremonious sense 2)
was arrested and flung into prison
3 : to give unrestrainedly
flung himself into music
fling
nounDefinition of fling (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : an act or instance of flinging
2a : a casual try or involvement
b : a casual or brief love affair
3 : a period devoted to self-indulgence
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The first known use of fling was in the 14th century
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