swing

Definition

  • n. a state of steady vigorous action that is characteristic of an activity
  • n. mechanical device used as a plaything to support someone swinging back and forth
  • n. a sweeping blow or stroke
  • n. changing location by moving back and forth

Word forms

Past tense
swung
Present participle
swinging
Past participle
swung
Third person singular
swings

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The swing in the park is my favorite place to relax and enjoy the sunshine.

  2. vi.

    The children love to swing back and forth on the swings.

  3. vt.

    He swung the bat with all his strength to hit the baseball.

  4. a.

    The swing music made everyone want to dance at the party.