Definition

A person who throws something with force or enthusiasm.

Example

The flinger tossed the ball across the field with great energy.

Conversation

Did you see how that guy was acting at the party last night?

Yeah, he was such a flinger with his jokes.

I know, right? It was like he was trying to get everyone to laugh at his expense.

Exactly! Sometimes it’s funny, but other times it just gets awkward.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Flinger → It is formed from "fling" (from Middle English *flingen*, meaning to throw or toss) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A flinger is a person who throws or tosses something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'throws' ('fling') something — the '-er' just means a person. A flinger is someone who throws.

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