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DRAGNET

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Dragnet.

Dragnet - as a noun

A system of coordinated measures for apprehending (criminals or other individuals)

Example: "Caught in the police dragnet"

A conical fishnet dragged through the water at great depths

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
trawltrawl net

Dragnet - as a verb

To drag a net across the bottom of a body of water.

(law enforcement) to make heightened efforts to catch a suspect.

Example Sentences

"The police set up a dragnet to catch the escaped convict."
"The fisherman cast his dragnet into the river to catch some fresh fish."
"The detectives launched a dragnet operation to apprehend the serial killer."
"The FBI conducted a dragnet to capture the members of the organized crime syndicate."
"The government implemented a dragnet to uncover tax evaders."
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Word Game Points

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

DRAGNET has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is DRAGNET a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dragnet is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DRAGNET has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is DRAGNET a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dragnet is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DRAGNET has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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