Cling Definition & Meaning
cling
- noun
- fruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit
- verb
- come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation; "The dress clings to her body"; "The label stuck to the box"; "The sushi rice grains cohere"
- to remain emotionally or intellectually attached; "He clings to the idea that she might still love him."
- hold on tightly or tenaciously; "hang on to your father's hands"; "The child clung to his mother's apron"
"Cling" in song lyrics
See how cling is used in real songs:
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"Static mixed in but it don't cling"
3rd Bass — No Static at All -
"Come on over here and cling"
Anotha Level — Caught You Swingin' -
"No I ain't gon' to the cling"
William Cooper f/ Killah Priest — Cocaine Israelites
Words that rhyme with cling
Usage tips for "cling"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "cling" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for cling to find words that pair well.
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