I. ˈswiŋiŋ, -ēŋ noun
( -s )
Etymology: from gerund of swing (I)
1. : the action or act of one that swings
2.
a. : variation in frequency of a transmitted radio wave that may be observed either as a variation in the beat frequency in beat reception or as a variation in received signal intensity
b. : fading
II. adjective
Etymology: from present participle of swing (I)
1. : that swings : characterized by swing or a swing
a swinging flower basket
a swinging pace
2. of a livestock brand : suspended from a horizontal quarter circle — see brand illustration
III. noun
: the practice of engaging in sex freely ; specifically : the exchanging of sex partners
IV. adjective
: being lively and up-to-date
swinging moderns
also : abounding in swingers and swinging entertainment