The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word SLING which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Sun in 2007.
Device for hurling stones crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| SLING | 100 % | 5 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Device for hurling stones
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- catapult
- trebuchet
- trap
- onager
- mangonel
- scorpion
- ballista
- petrary
- ballistic
- sling
- slinging
- stoning
Crossword Answer definitions
SLING noun- An instrument for throwing stones or other missiles, consisting of a short strap with two strings fastened to its ends, or with a string fastened to one end and a light stick to the other.
- A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported.
- A loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load.
- A loop of rope, or a rope or chain with hooks, for suspending a barrel, bale, or other heavy object, in hoisting or lowering.
- A strap attached to a firearm, for suspending it from the shoulder.
- (chiefly in the plural) A band of rope or iron for securing a yard to a mast.
- The act or motion of hurling as with a sling; a throw; figuratively, a stroke.
- A loop of rope or fabric tape used for various purposes: e.g. as part of a runner, or providing extra protection when abseiling or belaying.
- A drink composed of a spirit (usually gin) and water sweetened.
- To throw with a circular or arcing motion.
- To throw with a sling.
- To pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle.
- To sell, peddle, or distribute illicitly (e.g. drugs, sex, etc.).
- A young or infant spider, such as one raised in captivity.
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