hang
Meaning
To hang means to attach something from above so that it is supported and can move freely.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "hang" with "hanged," which is used only for executions.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Emily
is
decorating
her
small
living
room
and
she
has
bought
a
new
picture
frame
.
She
measures
the
wall
and
decides
where
to
hang
it
so
the
sunlight
will
not
hit
the
glass
.
While
she
is
working
,
her
cat
sits
on
the
table
and
watches
every
move
.
After
she
puts
the
hook
in
the
wall
,
she
steps
back
and
smiles
because
the
picture
looks
perfect
above
the
sofa
.
Common Phrases
hang a picture
hang out with friends
hang on the wall
Related Words
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