Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Vanes.
Vanes - as a noun
Mechanical device attached to an elevated structure; rotates freely to show the direction of the wind
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
weather vaneweathervanewind vaneHypernyms (Closely Related)
mechanical deviceHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A fin attached to the tail of an arrow, bomb or missile in order to stabilize or guide it
Flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bladeHypernyms (Closely Related)
rotating mechanismHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
webExample Sentences
"The windmill had several vanes to catch the wind."
"The airplane's propeller had three vanes."
"The ceiling fan had vanes that could be adjusted."
"The turbine's vanes were damaged and needed to be replaced."
"The flag fluttered in the wind, its vanes spinning in every direction."
Word Game Points
Is VANES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, vanes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
VANES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is VANES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, vanes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordVANES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is VANES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, vanes is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordVANES has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
