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swinging

/ˈswɪŋɪŋ/

Meanings
  • an act or activity of swinging or swaying from side to side

    - "Children on swings at the park."
    - "Dancers in a circle performing a swing dance."

Synonyms

whopping
Rhymes
Words rhyming with swinging
thing , king , ring , sing , bring
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,
  1. swan

  2. swoon


Variants
List of all variants of swinging that leads to same result
swingeing , swinging , swing , swings , swung , swinging door , free-swinging , swing by , swinging by , swings by , swung by , swing over , swinging over , swings over , swung over
Forms
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Swing dance: a partner dance that involves swinging out and around in a circular motion, often accompanied by jazz music. Swing Jive: another form of swing dance that involves a faster tempo and more complex footwork, often accompanied by big band music. Lindy Hop: a vintage dance that originated in the 1920s and 1930s, often characterized by its energetic, acrobatic movements, often accompanied by swing or big band music.


Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'swinging' originated from the Old English word 'swingan', which means 'to move or turn from side to side'. This word is related to the Old Norse word 'swingja', which has the same meaning.


Related Concepts
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  1. Non-monogamy: Non-monogamy refers to relationships where individuals engage in sexual or romantic relationships with more than one person, with the knowledge and consent of all parties involved.

  2. Ethical Non-monogamy: Ethical non-monogamy refers to non-monogamous relationships where individuals engage in sexual or romantic relationships with more than one person, with the knowledge, consent, and mutual respect of all parties involved.

  3. Swinger's Etiquette: Swinger's etiquette refers to the social norms, values, and practices that govern the behavior of individuals in the swinger's community, in order to promote mutual respect, consent, and enjoyment among all parties involved.


Culture
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Swinging, as a cultural phenomenon, refers to the practice of non-monogamous relationships, where individuals engage in sexual activities with others, outside of their primary romantic relationships. Swinging is often considered a form of ethical non-monogamy, as it involves open communication, honesty, and mutual consent between all parties involved. Swinging can take various forms, including partner swapping, threesomes, foursomes, orgies, and other forms of non-monogamous relationships. Swinging is often considered a subculture, with its own unique social norms, values, and practices. Swinging communities often gather at various social events, such as swingers' parties, social mixers, dance parties, and other forms of social gatherings. Swinging communities also often engage in various forms of education and awareness-raising, such as workshops, seminars, and other forms of educational programs. Swinging communities also often engage in various forms of advocacy and activism, such as lobbying for legal reforms, organizing protests and demonstrations, and engaging in various other forms of activism and advocacy.

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