Hanging Definition & Meaning
hanging
- noun
- decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window; "the cold castle walls were covered with hangings"
- a form of capital punishment; victim is suspended by the neck from a gallows or gibbet until dead; "in those days the hanging of criminals was a public entertainment"
- the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely); "there was a small ceremony for the hanging of the portrait"
"Hanging" in song lyrics
See how hanging is used in real songs:
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"From tree to tree, block to block I be hanging"
B.G. f/ Juvenile — Jungle -
"All I know is crack slanging and block hanging"
Big Tymers f/ Cadillac, Stone — Whatever -
"Got my block on lock, big chain hanging"
Boss Hogg Outlawz — Outta Control Flow
Words that rhyme with hanging
Usage tips for "hanging"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hanging" 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 hanging to find words that pair well.
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