sling vs weapon system

weapon system vs sling

sling and weapon system both are nouns.

sling is a verb but weapon system is not a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
sling	Yes	No	Yes	No
weapon system	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, weapon system is a hypernym of sling; that is, weapon system is a word with a broader meaning than sling:

sling: a simple weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a projectile is whirled and then released
weapon system: any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting

Other hypernyms of sling include arm, weapon.

sling (noun)	weapon system (noun)
bandage to support an injured forearm; consisting of a wide triangular piece of cloth hanging from around the neck	any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting
a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones
a simple weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a projectile is whirled and then released
a shoe that has a strap that wraps around the heel
a highball with liquor and water with sugar and lemon or lime juice

sling (verb)	weapon system (verb)
hurl as if with a sling
hold or carry in a sling
move with a sling
hang loosely or freely; let swing

Difference between sling and weapon system

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