Meaning
To hang loosely with the ability to swing.
Etymology
Origin: Old Norse
Uncertain, but likely of North Germanic origin, akin to Danish dingle, dangle, Swedish dangla (“to swing about”), Norwegian dangla, perhaps via North Frisian dangeln; all possibly related to Old Norse dengja (“to hit”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles: