Emily Dickinson Lexicon

SWING, v.t.

1. To make to play loosely; to cause to wave or vibrate; as, a body suspended in the air.
2. To whirl round in the air. Swing thee in air, then dash thee down. – Milton.
3. To wave; to move to and fro; as, a man swings his arm when he walks. He swings his tail, and swiftly turns him round. – Dryden.
4. To brandish; to flourish.