Swinge
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /swɪnd͡ʒ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Swinge is a verb meaning (obsolete) To singe.
Meaning
(obsolete) To singe.
More Meanings
- (archaic) To move like a lash; to lash.
- (archaic) To strike hard.
- (obsolete) To chastise; to beat.
- (archaic) A swinging blow.
- (obsolete) Power; sway; influence.
Example Sentences
And ſwinges his own Vices in his Son.
The scorching flame fore swinged all his face
For certaine words he ſpake againſt your Grace / In your retirment, I had ſwing'd him ſoundly.
O, the passion of God, so I shall be swinged. / So, my bones shall be bangedǃ / The porridge pot is stolenː what, Lob, say, / Come away, and be hangedǃ
Word Forms
- swinges
- swinging
- swingeing
- swinged
Synonyms for swinge
Depending on context, synonyms include scorch, singe.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include singe, scorch, swingle, beswinge, swither, sweal.
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