# slingshot

/ˈsɫɪŋˌʃɑt/ (US) · /slˈɪŋʃɒt/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/slingshot
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

a small, flexible tool used to shoot small stones or balls. It is made of a piece of elastic material that you pull back and then let go.

For teachers: a small projectile weapon consisting of a short length of elastic material, typically rubber, stretched between two cords or bands. Used to launch small objects such as stones or marbles.

## Examples

- He used a slingshot to hit the target in the garden.
- The children spent the afternoon in the park, using their homemade slingshots to see who could hit the tin can first.
- While the slingshot remains a simple and effective tool for small-scale hunting, its use is often restricted by local laws due to safety concerns in urban environments.

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