swinging

Pronunciation: /ˈswɪŋɪŋ/

The English word “swinging” has 5 meanings listed here.

noun

The act or motion of that which swings.
An activity where couples engage in sexual activity with different partners, often in a group setting.

adjective

That swings
Fine, good, successful.
Sexually promiscuous.

Etymology

The sexual practice is so called after the custom in swing dancing of changing partners after each dance, unlike traditional ballroom dance styles where one has a single partner.

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