Danglin

/ˈdæŋɡlɪn/ adjective

Definition

Dialectal or informal spelling of 'dangling'; hanging loosely or incompletely.

Etymology

Informal or dialectal variant of 'dangling,' the present participle of 'dangle,' formed by dropping the 'g' in casual speech patterns.

Kelly Says

This is how real people talk in many English dialects — you'll hear 'danglin'' in songs, poetry, and casual conversation far more often than the 'proper' spelling 'dangling.'

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