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GNAW

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Gnaw.

How to pronounce gnaw:

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Gnaw - as a verb

Bite or chew on with the teeth

Example: "Gnaw an old cracker"

Become ground down or deteriorate

Example: "Her confidence eroded"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
eat aterodegnaw atwear away

Example Sentences

"The dog likes to gnaw on bones."
"He gnawed on his pencil while thinking."
"The mouse will gnaw through the cardboard to get to the food."
"The termite gnaws on wood to build its nest."
"The baby loves to gnaw on teething toys."
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Word Game Points

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

GNAW has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is GNAW a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gnaw is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GNAW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is GNAW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gnaw is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GNAW has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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