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CLAWS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Claws.

Claws - 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

Claws - 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"

Example Sentences

"The cat sharpened its claws on the scratching post."
"The eagle's sharp claws helped it catch its prey."
"The lobster's claws were tightly bound with rubber bands."
"The tiger's claws left deep marks in the ground as it pounced."
"The bear lashed out with its claws, defending its cubs."
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Word Game Points

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

CLAWS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is CLAWS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, claws is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLAWS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is CLAWS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, claws is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLAWS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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