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- DictionaryDan·gle/ˈdaNGɡ(ə)l/
verb
- 1. hang or swing loosely: "saucepans dangled from a rail"
The meaning of DANGLE is to hang loosely and usually so as to be able to swing freely. How to use dangle in a sentence.
DANGLE definition: 1. to hang loosely, or to hold something so that it hangs loosely: 2. to offer someone something…. Learn more.
Dangle definition: to hang loosely, especially with a jerking or swaying motion. See examples of DANGLE used in a sentence.
Dangle means to hang or swing loosely. If you dangle string above a kitten you will both be entertained. The verb dangle probably comes from a late 16th century Danish or Swedish word meaning “loose or pendulous,” though we don’t know for sure.
(dăng′gəl) v. dan·gled, dan·gling, dan·gles. v.intr. To hang loosely and swing or sway to and fro: Earrings dangled from her ears. v.tr. 1. To cause to hang loosely or swing: dangled my feet in the water. 2. To offer as an inducement or an enticement: dangled the prospect of a promotion in exchange for his testimony.
3 meanings: 1. to hang or cause to hang freely 2. to display as an enticement 3. the act of dangling or something that dangles.... Click for more definitions.
Definition of dangle verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
dangles. An agent of one intelligence agency or group who pretends to be interested in defecting or turning to another intelligence agency or group. (slang, ice hockey, lacrosse) The action of dangling; a series of complex stick tricks and fakes in order to defeat the defender in style.
DANGLE definition: 1. to hang loosely, or to hold something so that it hangs loosely: 2. to offer someone something…. Learn more.
Aug 11, 2024 · (intransitive, slang, ice hockey, lacrosse) The action of performing a move or deke with the puck in order to get past a defender or goalie; perhaps because of the resemblance to dangling the puck on a string.
