slings (projectile weapons)

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Scope note
Throwing weapons consisting basically of a strap of leather, fabric, or similar flexible material, widening into a pouch at the center to hold the projectile. They are held by the two ends and swung round rapidly, then one end is released to hurl the projectile.
slings
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024