Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Cranks.
How to pronounce cranks:
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Cranks - as a noun
A bad-tempered person
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
churlcrosspatchgrouchgrumpHypernyms (Closely Related)
disagreeable personunpleasant personHyponyms (Broadly Related)
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 hydrochloridemethedrineshabutrashCranks - as an adjective satellite
Cranks - as a verb
Travel along a zigzag path
Example: "The river zigzags through the countryside"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
zigzagFasten with a crank
Bend into the shape of a crank
Example Sentences
"She turned the cranks on the old sewing machine to get it running smoothly."
"Some people can be real cranks when it comes to following the rules."
"He's always been one of those political cranks, constantly complaining about the government."
"The car's engine cranks but won't start."
"The cranks on this bicycle are starting to squeak and need to be oiled."
Word Game Points
Is CRANKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cranks is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CRANKS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is CRANKS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cranks is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCRANKS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is CRANKS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cranks is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCRANKS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.