SWINGS Meaning and
Definition
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Swings, as a noun, refers to a type of seat suspended by ropes, chains, or cables from which a person can slide back and forth in a pendulum-like motion. Swings are commonly found in amusement parks, playgrounds, and other recreational areas. They often consist of a strong horizontal beam or frame supporting one or more seats attached to chains or ropes of equal length. The swinging motion is produced by an individual propelling themselves by pushing against the ground or by someone else generating the movement.
In addition to their use for play and recreation, swings can also serve therapeutic purposes. Swinging has been found to have a calming effect and can be beneficial for individuals with sensory processing disorders or anxiety. Swings can also provide vestibular stimulation and help develop balance and coordination skills.
The word "swings" can also function as a verb, referring to the act of moving back and forth or to and fro, often in an arc-shaped trajectory. This verb can be applied to various contexts, such as a pendulum swinging, a person swinging on a swing, a door swinging open or closed, or even a mood swinging between extremes. In these cases, the term "swings" implies a regular or repeated motion or a fluctuation between different states or positions.
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Etymology of SWINGS
The word "swings" has its etymology traced back to the Old English word "swingan" which means "to move back and forth, to beat". It is also related to the Old Norse word "svengja" which has a similar meaning. Over time, "swingan" developed into "swengen" in Middle English, and eventually, the present-day form "swings" emerged. The term is linguistically linked to the action of swinging or moving in a pendulum-like motion.
Idioms with the word SWINGS
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what you lose on the swings you gain on the roundabouts
The idiom "what you lose on the swings you gain on the roundabouts" means that although you may experience setbacks or losses in one aspect of life, you will likely make up for it or gain something positive in another aspect. It emphasizes the concept of a balance or compensation in different areas.
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it's swings and roundabouts, at what you lose on the swings you gain on the roundabouts
The idiom "it's swings and roundabouts, at what you lose on the swings you gain on the roundabouts" refers to a situation where one's losses in one aspect are balanced out or compensated by gains in another aspect. It conveys the idea that the ups and downs, or the advantages and disadvantages of a situation, eventually cancel each other out, resulting in an overall equilibrium or fairness.
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swings and roundabouts
The idiom "swings and roundabouts" refers to a situation where positive and negative factors or outcomes balance out, resulting in an overall neutral or unchanged outcome. It implies that although there might be gains or losses in certain aspects, the final result remains relatively unchanged or balanced.
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it's swings and roundabouts
The idiom "it's swings and roundabouts" is a phrase commonly used in British English to express that one gains something positive while also experiencing something negative, resulting in a situation that is ultimately balanced or makes no significant difference in the end. It suggests that there are both advantages and disadvantages to a particular situation or choice, and the overall outcome remains more or less the same.
Similar spelling words for SWINGS
- swaying,
- swanky,
- swansea,
- SWIMS,
- swingy,
- swank,
- swinge,
- swinish,
- sewing,
- Swink,
- swing.
Conjugate verb Swings
CONDITIONAL
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FUTURE
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will swing
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FUTURE PERFECT
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PAST
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PAST PERFECT
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PRESENT
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swing
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swing
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PRESENT PERFECT
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have swung
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am swinging
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