fling

  • (noun): An act of throwing, often violently.
  • (noun): An act of moving the limbs or body with violent movements, especially in a dance.
  • (noun): An act or period of unrestrained indulgence.
  • (noun): A short casual sexual relationship.
  • (noun): An attempt, a try (as in "give it a fling").
  • (noun): A severe or contemptuous remark; an expression of sarcastic scorn; a gibe or taunt.
  • (noun): A lively Scottish country dance.
  • (noun): A trifling matter; an object of contempt.
  • the fling of a horse
  • I had a fling with a girl I met on holiday.
  • the Highland fling