Definitions

1. verb

to move or cause to move back and forth, often in a wide arc, especially by means of a chain or rope.

“The children swung on the swings at the playground.”

2. noun

a device consisting of a seat suspended from a frame, supported by chains or ropes, for people to sit in and move up and down or sideways.

“She pushed her daughter on the swing in the backyard.”

3. noun

a sudden and unpredictable movement or change.

“The stock market’s swings had a significant impact on the economy.”

4. noun

a style of dance, characterized by a swinging or swaying movement of the body.

“The jazz band’s swing dance was a hit at the club.”

5. noun

a type of golf shot, in which the ball is hit with a long, curved swing of the club.

“The golfer’s swing was perfect, and he hit the ball into the hole.”

6. verb

to move or cause to move, especially in a swinging or swaying motion.

“The wind swung the tree branches back and forth.”