Definitions
There are 14 meanings of the word
Shafts.
How to pronounce shafts:
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Shafts - as a noun
A line that forms the length of an arrow pointer
An aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect
Example: "His parting shot was `drop dead'"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
barbdiggibejibeshotslamHypernyms (Closely Related)
commentinputremarkHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A long rod or pole (especially the handle of an implement or the body of a weapon like a spear or arrow)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
rodHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A column of light (as from a beacon)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
beambeam of lightirradiationlight beamrayray of lightshaft of lightHypernyms (Closely Related)
lightvisible lightvisible radiationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lancespearHypernyms (Closely Related)
armweaponweapon systemHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A vertical passageway through a building (as for an elevator)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
passagewayHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A long vertical passage sunk into the earth, as for a mine or tunnel
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
passageHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A revolving rod that transmits power or motion
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rotating shaftHypernyms (Closely Related)
rodHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The miners descended into the dark shafts to extract coal."
"The golf club has different types of shafts for different swings."
"The elevator got stuck between two shafts, trapping the passengers inside."
"The mechanic replaced the worn-out shafts of the car's transmission."
"The arrows were placed securely in the shafts of the archery equipment."
Word Game Points
Is SHAFTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shafts is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SHAFTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is SHAFTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shafts is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSHAFTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is SHAFTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shafts is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSHAFTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
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