slingstone en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈslɪŋ.stəʊn/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈslɪŋ.stoʊn/ (General-American)
Etymology
From sling + stone.
Meanings
- A stone, bullet, or other such missile or projectile thrown by a sling.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| slingstones | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| sling-stone | alternative | lexicographic |
Translations (2)
grc σφενδόνη (stone or other projectile thrown by a sling) · mi korepa (stone or other projectile thrown by a sling)