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PAWLS

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There is 1 meaning of the word Pawls.

Pawls - as a noun

A hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clickdetentdog

Example Sentences

"The pawls on the gears allow the machine to rotate in only one direction."
"He carefully inspected the worn pawls in the lock mechanism."
"The pawls engaged with a satisfying click as the door closed."
"I could hear the sound of the pawls clicking as the bike freewheeled down the hill."
"The pawls on the bike pedals kept her feet securely in place as she cycled."
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Word Game Points

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

PAWLS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is PAWLS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pawls is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PAWLS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is PAWLS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pawls is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PAWLS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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