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LICKINGS

(noun)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Lickings.

Lickings - as a noun

An unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest

Example: "It was a narrow defeat"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defeat
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
conclusionendingfinishfailure
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
beatingdrubbinglacingthrashingtrouncingwhacking
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
corporal punishment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He received plenty of lickings from his strict father."
"The boxer was known for his quick, powerful lickings."
"The mischievous puppy got a few lickings for chewing on furniture."
"The team suffered several humiliating lickings during the championship."
"The children were scared of the neighborhood bully and his intimidating lickings."
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Word Game Points

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

LICKINGS has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is LICKINGS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lickings is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LICKINGS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is LICKINGS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lickings is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LICKINGS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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