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TUNNEL

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Tunnel.

How to pronounce tunnel:

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Tunnel - as a noun

A passageway through or under something, usually underground (especially one for trains or cars)

Example: "The tunnel reduced congestion at that intersection"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
passageway
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A hole made by an animal, usually for shelter

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burrow
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
holehollow
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Tunnel - as a verb

Move through by or as by digging

Example: "Burrow through the forest"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burrow

Force a way through

Example Sentences

"The tunnel was pitch black and I couldn't see anything."
"The train disappeared into the tunnel."
"The miners had to dig a long tunnel to reach the precious ore."
"The tunnel under the river is used by ships to cross."
"The athletes emerged from the tunnel and onto the field."
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Word Game Points

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

TUNNEL has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

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

Is TUNNEL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tunnel is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TUNNEL has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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