Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Pinioned.
Pinioned - as an adjective satellite
(of birds) especially having the flight feathers
Bound fast especially having the arms restrained
Pinioned - as a verb
To cut off the pinion of a bird’s wing, or otherwise disable or bind its wings, in order to prevent it from flying.
To bind the arms of someone, so as to deprive him of their use; to disable by so binding.
(transferred sense) to restrain; to limit.
Example Sentences
"He pinioned the criminal's arms behind his back."
"The wrestler pinioned his opponent's legs, immobilizing him."
"The police officer pinioned the suspect against the wall."
"She pinioned the fabric with sewing pins before beginning to sew."
"The butterfly was pinioned for examination."
Word Game Points
Is PINIONED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pinioned is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PINIONED has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is PINIONED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pinioned is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPINIONED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is PINIONED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pinioned is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPINIONED has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
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