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swinging

swin·ging

UK/ˈswɪŋɪŋ/ US/ˈswɪŋɪŋ/ fairly common informal

noun

adjective

1.

characterized by a buoyant rhythm

  • “an easy lilting stride”
  • “the flute broke into a light lilting air”
  • “a swinging pace”
  • “a graceful swingy walk”
  • “a tripping singing measure”

Origin

The sexual practice is so called after the custom in swing dancing of changing partners after each dance, unlike traditional ballroom dance styles where one has a single partner.

Phrases

  • go down swinging
  • swinging boom
  • swinging bunt
  • swinging dick
  • swinging door
  • swinging post
  • swinging-door chad

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