CRANE
/kɹeɪn/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of CRANE
Any bird of the family Gruidae, large birds with long legs and a long neck which is extended during flight.
Ardea herodias, the great blue heron.
A mechanical lifting machine or device, often used for lifting heavy loads for industrial or construction purposes.
To extend (one's neck).
To raise or lower with, or as if with, a crane.
To pull up before a jump.
The cranium.
Word Details
Is CRANE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CRANE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CRANE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CRANE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | r | a | n | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
Anagrams of CRANE
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CRANE
40 words from the letters in CRANE
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How to Use CRANE in Word Games
CRANE is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CRANE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CRANE to find 40 additional valid words.