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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:

Hang \Hang\, n.
   1. The manner in which one part or thing hangs upon, or is
      connected with, another; as, the hang of a scythe.
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   2. Connection; arrangement; plan; as, the hang of a
      discourse. [Colloq.]
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   3. A sharp or steep declivity or slope. [Colloq.]
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   To get the hang of, to learn the method or arrangement of;
      hence, to become accustomed to. [Colloq.]
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