ALL meanings of in full swing
in full swing
I i - verb with object in full swing to cause to move to and fro, sway, or oscillate, as something suspended from above: to swing one's arms in walking. 1
- verb with object in full swing to cause to move in alternate directions or in either direction around a fixed point, on an axis, or on a line of support, as a door on hinges. 1
- verb with object in full swing to move (the hand or something held) with an oscillating or rotary movement: to swing one's fists; to swing a club around one's head. 1
- verb with object in full swing Aeronautics. to pull or turn (a propeller) by hand, especially in order to start the engine. 1
- verb with object in full swing to turn in a new direction in a curve, as if around a central point: to swing the car into the driveway. 1
- verb with object in full swing to suspend so as to hang freely, as a hammock or a door. 1
- verb with object in full swing Informal. to influence or win over; manage or arrange as desired: to swing votes; to swing a business deal. 1
- verb with object in full swing to direct, change, or shift (one's interest, opinion, support, etc.). 1
- verb with object in full swing to turn (a ship or aircraft) to various headings in order to check compass deviation. 1
- verb without object in full swing to move or sway to and fro, as a pendulum or other suspended object. 1
- verb without object in full swing to move to and fro in a swing, as for recreation. 1
- verb without object in full swing to move in alternate directions or in either direction around a point, an axis, or a line of support, as a gate on its hinges. 1
- verb without object in full swing to move in a curve, as around a corner or central point: The highway swings to the east. 1
- verb without object in full swing to move with a free, swaying motion, as soldiers on the march. 1
- verb without object in full swing to be suspended so as to hang freely, as a bell or hammock. 1
- verb without object in full swing to move by grasping a support with the hands and drawing up the arms or using the momentum of the swaying body: a monkey swinging through trees. 1
- verb without object in full swing to change or shift one's attention, interest, opinion, condition, etc.: He swung from mere indifference to outright scorn. 1
- verb without object in full swing to hit at someone or something, with the hand or something grasped in the hand: The batter swung and struck out. 1
- verb without object in full swing Slang. to be characterized by a modern, lively atmosphere: Las Vegas swings all year. to be stylish, trendy, hip, etc., especially in pursuing enjoyment. to engage uninhibitedly in sexual activity. (of married couples) to exchange partners for sexual activity. 1
- verb without object in full swing Informal. to suffer death by hanging: He'll swing for the crime. 1
- noun in full swing the act, manner, or progression of swinging; movement in alternate directions or in a particular direction. 1
- noun in full swing the amount or extent of such movement: to correct the swing of a pendulum. 1
- noun in full swing a curving movement or course. 1
- noun in full swing a moving of the body with a free, swaying motion, as in walking. 1
- noun in full swing a blow or stroke with the hand or an object grasped in the hands: His swing drove the ball over the fence. 1
- noun in full swing a change or shift in attitude, opinion, behavior, etc. 1
- noun in full swing a steady, marked rhythm or movement, as of verse or music. 1
- noun in full swing a regular upward or downward movement in the price of a commodity or of a security, or in any business activity. 1
- noun in full swing Informal. a work period coming between the regular day and night shifts. a change by a group of workers from working one shift to working another. 1
- noun in full swing freedom of action: to have free swing in carrying out a project. 1
- noun in full swing active operation; progression: to get into the swing of things. 1
- noun in full swing something that is swung or that swings. 1
- noun in full swing a seat suspended from above by means of a loop of rope or between ropes or rods, on which one may sit and swing to and fro for recreation. 1
- noun in full swing the maximum diameter of the work machinable in a certain lathe or other machine tool. 1
- adjective in full swing of or relating to a swing. 1
- adjective in full swing capable of determining the outcome, as of an election; deciding, as in swing vote; swing voter. 1
- adjective in full swing designed or constructed to permit swinging or hanging. 1
- adjective in full swing acting to relieve other workers when needed, as at night. 1
- idioms in full swing in full swing, operating at the highest speed or level of activity; in full operation: Automobile production is in full swing. 1
- idioms in full swing swing round the circle, to tour an area on a political campaign. 1
- idioms in full swing take a swing at, to strike or attempt to strike with the fist: to take a swing at a rude waiter. 1
- adjective in full swing well underway 1
- phrase in full swing If something is in full swing, it is operating fully and is no longer in its early stages. 0
- noun in full swing at the height of activity 0
- noun in full swing in complete and active operation 0
- noun in full swing going on without reserve or restraint 0