swing

US /swɪŋ/

UK /swɪŋ/

A2

noun

  • Movement in a curved motion
  • Flowing, curved movement, e.g. of the arm
  • A back and forth motion, while hanging
  • Change in opinion or theme
  • Outdoor seat that hangs by two ropes, or chains

verb

  • To move something in a back and forth motion
  • To move in a back and forth motion, while hanging
  • To change opinion or mood, usually quickly

Examples

She let the door swing shut behind her.

I could see him swinging from the branch of a large tree.