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CLAWING

(noun, verb, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Clawing.

Clawing - as a noun

Sharp curved horny process on the toe of a bird or some mammals or reptiles

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
horny structureunguis
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hook
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mechanical device
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chelanipperpincer

A bird's foot

Clawing - as a verb

Move as if by clawing, seizing, or digging

Example: "They clawed their way to the top of the mountain"

Clutch as if in panic

Example: "She clawed the doorknob"

Scratch, scrape, pull, or dig with claws or nails

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
scrapescratchscratch up
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Attack as if with claws

Example: "The politician clawed his rival"

Clawing - as an adjective

Causing a visceral sensation of panic or terror.

Example: "Clawing fear"

Example Sentences

"The clawing wind tore at my clothes as I walked down the street."
"The clawing sensation of hunger gnawed at my stomach."
"She had clawing nightmares every night, waking up in a cold sweat."
"The clawing pain in his chest made it difficult for him to breathe."
"The cat had sharp, clawing nails that scratched my arm."
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Word Game Points

Is CLAWING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, clawing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CLAWING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is CLAWING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, clawing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLAWING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is CLAWING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, clawing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLAWING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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