slinger

[ sling-er ]

noun

1. a person or thing that slings. sling.
2. Machinery. flinger ( def 2 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of slinger¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; sling ¹, -er ¹

Example Sentences

That rapport extended to Carson Palmer, Matt Leinart and today’s young slingers.

From Los Angeles Times

But was Washington’s senior slinger too aggressive early, bypassing underneath completions for less likely shots?

From Seattle Times

A terminally bored drink slinger slumped behind a lonely bar.

From Salon

Schneider was equally open about the prospect of snagging a slinger up high.

From Seattle Times

And of those 13 celebrated slingers, eight have since searched for a second home.

From Seattle Times