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n. - The way a garment falls; A special way of doing something. V. - To suspend, dangle; To die or be put to death by suspension from a gallows.

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Usage examples (43)
  • He couldn't get the hang of it
  • He adjusted the hang of his coat
  • hang that picture on the wall
  • hang a door
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  • With a "hank" (a small piece of thread or hair), you can "hang" (support from above) this ornament on the wreath.
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