Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
slingshot
noun
[ˈslɪŋʃɒt]
Definition
A slingshot is a small weapon made of a Y-shaped frame and a rubber strap, used to launch small projectiles.
Examples
- The kids spent the afternoon shooting pebbles with their slingshots.
- He used a slingshot to hit the target from a distance.
- In the past, slingshots were common toys for children.
Meaning
The term refers to both the device and the action of launching something with it.
Synonyms
- Catapult
- Throwing device
