Hang
[heɪŋ]
Hang is a verb and noun with 4 senses listed below, each with examples where available, plus synonyms and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
verb
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To hold or bear in a suspended or inclined manner or position instead of erect.
“He hung his head in shame.”
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To cause (something) to be suspended, as from a hook, hanger, hinges or the like.
“Hang those lights from the ceiling.”
noun
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The way in which something hangs.
“This skirt has a nice hang.”
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An instance of ceasing to respond to input.
“We sometimes get system hangs.”
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Synonyms
put up gallows swing take a ride to Tyburn dangle suspended
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