Hang

Pronunciation: /hæŋ/

Definitions of hang

noun a public execution by hanging

Example Sentences

A1 I have a hang in my room to hang up my clothes.

A2 The hang on the wall is used to display pictures.

B1 The hang of the curtains added a touch of elegance to the room.

B2 The antique hang in the hallway was a family heirloom.

C1 The intricate design of the hang in the museum was mesmerizing.

C2 The hang in the art gallery was a masterpiece by a renowned artist.

verb to be suspended or attached from above with the lower part not supported

Example Sentences

A1 I hang my coat on the hook by the door.

A2 She hangs her laundry out to dry in the sun.

B1 The picture was hung on the wall with care.

B2 He hung the painting in the gallery for everyone to admire.

C1 The chandelier was hung from the ceiling with precision.

C2 The tapestry was carefully hung in the museum to showcase its beauty.

Examples of hang in a Sentence

formal The painting was carefully hung on the wall in the art gallery.

informal Let's hang out at the park this weekend.

slang I'm just gonna hang at home and watch some Netflix tonight.

figurative His future prospects hang in the balance as he waits for the job offer.

Grammatical Forms of hang

• past tense: hung
• plural: hangs
• comparative: more hanging
• superlative: most hanging
• present tense: hang
• future tense: will hang
• perfect tense: have hung
• continuous tense: is hanging
• singular: hang
• positive degree: hang
• infinitive: to hang
• gerund: hanging
• participle: hung

Origin and Evolution of hang

First Known Use: 0725 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'hang' originated from the Old English word 'hangian' which meant to be suspended or attached from above.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'hang' evolved to encompass various meanings such as to execute by suspension from the neck, to be suspended in the air, and to be dependent on something for support or livelihood.