Definitions

1. noun

A device for hanging something, typically a piece of clothing, or a holder for a hook or other object.

“She hung her coat on the hanger in the closet.”

2. verb

To hang something, typically a piece of clothing, on a hanger.

“She hanged her dress on the hanger to let it dry.”

3. verb

To cause someone to be executed, typically by hanging.

“The court decided to hange the prisoner for his crime.”