Schlinge
See also: schlinge
German
Etymology
From Middle High German slinge, from Old High German slinga. Compare schlingen and English sling.
Pronunciation
Noun
Schlinge f (genitive Schlinge, plural Schlingen)
- loop; noose
- snare (trap using a loop)
- sling (bandage for the arm)
- (obsolete) sling (instrument for throwing)
Declension
Synonyms
- (throwing instrument): Schleuder
Further reading
- “Schlinge” in Duden online
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