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LUNGE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Lunge.

How to pronounce lunge:

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Lunge - as a noun

The act of moving forward suddenly

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lurch

(fencing) an attacking thrust made with one foot forward and the back leg straight and with the sword arm outstretched forward

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
passadostraight thrust

Lunge - as a verb

Make a thrusting forward movement

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hurlhurtle
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
move
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He lunged at his opponent with a swift attack."
"The boxer lunged forward with a powerful punch."
"The cat lunged at the toy mouse."
"She lunged toward the finish line in the race."
"The teacher lunged at the misbehaving student."
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Word Game Points

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

LUNGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

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

Is LUNGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lunge is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LUNGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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