hang (EN)

verb, verb, noun

verb “hang”

1. to attach something to a hook, hanger, or something similar, so that it becomes suspended below
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   She hung her coat on the hook by the door.
2. to be suspended from something
   The picture hangs on the wall.
3. to display something by attaching it at the top so it can be seen
   They hung the painting in the gallery for everyone to see.
4. to fix wallpaper or similar coverings onto a wall
   We need to hang the new wallpaper in the living room this weekend.
5. to delay or block a group's decision by not agreeing with the others when everyone has to agree
   One stubborn person can hang the entire jury.
6. when a computer or device stops working and does not respond to any commands
   My laptop hung while I was working, and I couldn't move the mouse or type anything.
7. (in chess) to make a move that leaves one of your pieces unprotected and easy for your opponent to take
   Be careful with that move, or you'll hang your queen.
8. (in chess) when a piece is left unprotected and can be easily captured by the opponent
   If you move your knight, your bishop will hang.

verb “hang”

1. to end someone's life by tying a rope around their neck and letting them drop
   The criminal was hanged at dawn for his crimes.

noun “hang”

1. the way something looks when it is hanging
   The curtains have a beautiful hang that makes the room look elegant.
2. an understanding or familiarity with something
   After a few tries, she finally got the hang of using the new software.