Swinge1. (v. & n.) See Singe.
2. (v. t.) To beat soundly; to whip; to chastise; to punish.
3. (v. t.) To move as a lash; to lash.
4. (n.) The sweep of anything in motion; a swinging blow; a swing.
5. (n.) Power; sway; influence.
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