Dangle/ˈdæŋɡl/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Visual Imagery Imagine objects hanging and moving to understand 'dangle' as a visual action. The spider dangled from its web. Pro Tip 2/3Physical Connection Something that dangles remains attached at one end or point while hanging freely. The child's feet dangled over the edge of the chair. Pro Tip 3/3Not Firmly Fixed 'Dangle' suggests that the object is not securely held in place. The earrings dangled and sparkled with her every move.