hang · v
hang (KILL)
B2 to kill someone by dropping them with a rope tied around their neck, or to die in this way
Dictionary examples:
The woman tried to hang herself with a sheet. (23.1)
He was found guilty and hanged later that year. (31.3)
hang (STAY)
C2 to stay in the air for a long time
Dictionary examples:
Smoke from the campfires hung in the air. (55.1)
hang in the balance
C2 If something is or hangs in the balance, nobody knows if it will continue to exist in the future or what will happen to it.
Dictionary examples:
The game hung in the balance until the last seconds. (33.5)
hang (FASTEN)
B1 to fasten or support something at the top leaving the other parts free to move, or to be held in this way
Dictionary examples:
My grandma hung her dentures on the Christmas tree as a funny ornament. (0.0)
Tom hung his dirty socks on the fan to dry and freshen them. (0.0)
The forgetful student hung his homework on the fridge with alphabet magnets. (0.0)
The curtains hung in thick folds. (26.5)
A heavy gold necklace hung around her neck. (31.1)
Hang your coat and hat on the rack over there. (57.5)