All Definitions for Hang
Below are all the dictionary definitions of hang:
1To be or remain suspended.
2To float, as if suspended.
3To veer in one direction.
4To rebound unexpectedly or unusually slowly, due to backward spin on the ball or imperfections of the ground.
5To hold or bear in a suspended or inclined manner or position instead of erect.
6To cause (something) to be suspended, as from a hook, hanger, hinges, or the like.
7To kill (someone) by suspension from the neck, usually as a form of execution or suicide.
8To be executed by suspension by one's neck from a gallows, a tree, or other raised bar, attached by a rope tied into a noose.
9(used in maledictions) To damn.
10To loiter
11To hang around
12To spend time idly.
13To exhibit (an object) by hanging.
14To apply (wallpaper or drywall to a wall).
15To decorate (something) with hanging objects.
16To remain persistently in one's thoughts.
17To prevent from reaching a decision, especially by refusing to join in a verdict that must be unanimous.
18To stop responding to manual input devices such as the keyboard and mouse.
19To cause (a program or computer) to stop responding.
20To cause (a piece) to become vulnerable to capture.
21To be vulnerable to capture.
22To throw a hittable off-speed pitch.
23To attach or cause to stick (a charge or accusation, etc.).
24The way in which something hangs.
25A mass of hanging material.
26A slackening of motion.
27A sharp or steep declivity or slope.
28An instance of ceasing to respond to input.
29A grip, understanding.
30A hangout.
31A person that someone hangs out with.
32Cheap processed ham (cured pork), often made specially for sandwiches.
33The smallest amount of concern or consideration
34A damn.
35A percussion instrument invented and built by PANArt Hangbau AG, somewhat resembling a steelpan, consisting of two metal half shells with tuned notes on the top side that produces a mellow and ethereal sound.
36Alternative spelling of Hang (“musical instrument”). [A percussion instrument invented and built by PANArt Hangbau AG, somewhat resembling a steelpan, consisting of two metal half shells with tuned notes on the top side that produces a mellow and ethereal sound.]
About rhymes for hang
Finding the right rhyme for hang helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "To be or remain suspended.", hang has 20 words that share its ending sound pattern.
Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Bang is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Tang works well in formal or poetic contexts. Harangue is often preferred when the context calls for a specific nuance or imagery.
When choosing a rhyme, consider the meaning, formality level, and intended emotional impact. Some rhymes work better in casual songs while others shine in formal poetry. The list above provides the most common and useful rhymes for hang, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.