hang

B2
Pronunciation
[heɪŋ]
[heɪŋ]
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

The way in which something hangs.

Example Sentences
  • This skirt has a nice hang.
2 Definition

A grip, understanding.

Example Sentences
  • He got the hang of it after only two demonstrations.
3 Definition

An instance of ceasing to respond to input.

Example Sentences
  • We sometimes get system hangs.
4 Definition

A sharp or steep declivity or slope.

5 Definition

A mass of hanging material.

6 Definition

The smallest amount of concern or consideration; a damn.

Example Sentences
  • I don't give a hang.
7 Definition

Cheap processed ham (cured pork), often made specially for sandwiches.

8 Definition

Name and trademark of a musical instrument invented and built by PANArt Hangbau AG.

Verb
19 definition(s)
1 Definition

To be or remain suspended.

Example Sentences
  • The lights hung from the ceiling.
2 Definition

To float, as if suspended.

Example Sentences
  • The smoke hung in the room.
3 Definition

(of a ball in cricket, tennis, etc.) To rebound unexpectedly or unusually slowly, due to backward spin on the ball or imperfections of the ground.

4 Definition

To hold or bear in a suspended or inclined manner or position instead of erect.

Example Sentences
  • He hung his head in shame.
5 Definition

To cause (something) to be suspended, as from a hook, hanger, hinges or the like.

Example Sentences
  • Hang those lights from the ceiling.
6 Definition

To execute (someone) by suspension from the neck.

Example Sentences
  • The culprits were hanged from the nearest tree.
7 Definition

To be executed by suspension by one's neck from a gallows, a tree, or other raised bar, attached by a rope tied into a noose.

Example Sentences
  • You will hang for this, my friend.
8 Definition

(used in maledictions) To damn.

9 Definition

To loiter, hang around, to spend time idly.

Example Sentences
  • Are you busy, or can you hang with me?  I didn't see anything, officer. I was just hanging.
10 Definition

To exhibit (an object) by hanging.

11 Definition

To apply (wallpaper or drywall to a wall).

Example Sentences
  • Let's hang this cute animal design in the nursery.
12 Definition

To decorate (something) with hanging objects.

Example Sentences
  • Let's hang the nursery with some new wallpaper.
13 Definition

To remain persistently in one's thoughts.

14 Definition

To prevent from reaching a decision, especially by refusing to join in a verdict that must be unanimous.

Example Sentences
  • One obstinate juror can hang a jury.
15 Definition

To stop responding to manual input devices such as keyboard and mouse.

Example Sentences
  • The computer has hung again. Not even pressing ++ works.  When I push this button the program hangs.
16 Definition

To cause (a program or computer) to stop responding.

Example Sentences
  • The program has a bug that can hang the system.
17 Definition

To cause (a piece) to become vulnerable to capture.

Example Sentences
  • If you move there, you'll hang your rook.
18 Definition

To be vulnerable to capture.

Example Sentences
  • In this standard opening position White has to be careful because the pawn on e4 hangs.
19 Definition

Of a pitcher, to throw a hittable off-speed pitch.