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LURK

(verb, noun)
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Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Lurk.

How to pronounce lurk:

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Lurk - as a verb

Lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
skulk

Be about a place without any apparent purpose

Example: "The high school students like to loiter in the central square"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Hypernyms (Closely Related)
be
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Wait in hiding to attack

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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To monitor a web forum or similar without making your presence pubilc

Lurk - as a noun

The act of lurking.

A swindle.

Example Sentences

"He likes to lurk in the shadows."
"I saw something lurking in the bushes."
"She felt an ominous presence lurking behind her."
"The internet is full of trolls who lurk in comment sections."
"The predator remained still, lurking in the tall grass."
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Word Game Points

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

LURK has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

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

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

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