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FLANKER

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Flanker.

Flanker - as a noun

A back stationed wide of the scrimmage line; used as a pass receiver

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flanker back

A soldier who is a member of a detachment assigned to guard the flanks of a military formation

Flanker - as a verb

To defend by lateral fortifications.

To attack sideways.

Example Sentences

"The flanker raced down the field and scored a try."
"The rugby team needed a strong flanker to defend against the opponents' attacks."
"In football, the flanker is responsible for running passing routes on the outer edges of the field."
"The military employed flankers to protect the troops from ambushes."
"The political party strategized to put forward a flanker candidate to split the opposition's votes."
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Word Game Points

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

FLANKER has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is FLANKER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, flanker is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FLANKER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is FLANKER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, flanker is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FLANKER has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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