swinging

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Sports

n. the physical action of moving back and forth.

n. the act or motion of something that swings; often used to describe a sports technique.

“The coach told him that the swinging of his arms was too fast.”

“The rhythmic swinging of the scythes through the tall grass was the only sound in the meadow.”

C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun Informal

n. a lifestyle where couples have sex with other people.

n. the practice of engaging in sexual activities with other couples or individuals as a social activity.

“They decided to try swinging to add some excitement to their marriage.”

“Sociologists have studied swinging as a subculture that challenges traditional notions of monogamy within long-term relationships.”

C1 · Advanced Informal

adj. very modern, exciting, and fashionable.

adj. characterised by modern, lively, and fashionable social activity; famously associated with 1960s London.

“London was known as a swinging city during the 1960s.”

“The documentary captures the essence of the swinging sixties, focusing on the explosion of new music and bold fashion choices.”