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CRANKING

(noun, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 10 meanings of the word Cranking.

Cranking - as a noun

A bad-tempered person

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
churlcrosspatchgrouchgrump
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disagreeable personunpleasant person
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A whimsically eccentric person

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crackpotfruitcakenutnut casescrewball

An amphetamine derivative (trade name methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chalkchicken feeddeoxyephedrineglassicemethamphetaminemethamphetamine hydrochloridemethedrineshabutrash

A hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
starter
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hand tool
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cranking - as an adjective satellite

(used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crankytendertippy

Cranking - as a verb

Travel along a zigzag path

Example: "The river zigzags through the countryside"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
zigzag

Start by cranking

Example: "Crank up the engine"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crank up

Rotate with a crank

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crank up

Fasten with a crank

Bend into the shape of a crank

Example Sentences

"The cranking noise coming from the engine was concerning."
"She adjusted the cranking mechanism to create more tension."
"The cranking speed of the windmill determined its power output."
"His cranking muscles were sore after hours of rowing."
"The cranking motion of the old water pump created a rhythm."
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Word Game Points

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

CRANKING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is CRANKING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cranking is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CRANKING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is CRANKING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cranking is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CRANKING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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