Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Craning.
Craning - as a noun
Lifts and moves heavy objects; lifting tackle is suspended from a pivoted boom that rotates around a vertical axis
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lifting deviceHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Large long-necked wading bird of marshes and plains in many parts of the world
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
waderwading birdHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Craning - as a verb
Stretch (the neck) so as to see better
Example: "The women craned their necks to see the president drive by"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stretch outExample Sentences
"They watched in awe as the craning of the construction crane lifted heavy beams into place."
"The craning of his neck caused him to experience a slight discomfort."
"The craning of the spectators' necks indicated their eagerness to catch a glimpse of the celebrity."
"The craning of her head gave her a better view of the parade passing by."
"I could see the craning of heads trying to see over the tall person in front."
Word Game Points
Is CRANING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, craning is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CRANING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is CRANING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, craning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCRANING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is CRANING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, craning is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCRANING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
