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CRUTCH

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Crutch.

How to pronounce crutch:

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Crutch - as a noun

A wooden or metal staff that fits under the armpit and reaches to the ground; used by disabled person while walking

Anything that serves as an expedient

Example: "He uses drugs as a psychological crutch"

Crutch - as a verb

To support on crutches; to prop up.

To move on crutches.

To shear the hindquarters of a sheep; to dag.

To stir with a crutch (in soap making)

Example Sentences

"He used a crutch to help him walk after his leg surgery."
"The injured runner relied on a crutch to finish the race."
"The old man slipped and fell, dropping his crutch in the process."
"He felt embarrassed using a crutch in public for the first time."
"The little girl's crutch was adjusted to fit her height and support her mobility."
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Word Game Points

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

CRUTCH has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is CRUTCH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, crutch is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CRUTCH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is CRUTCH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, crutch is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CRUTCH has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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