CRANES
/kɹeɪnz/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of CRANES
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 CRANES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CRANES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CRANES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CRANES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | r | a | n | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
Anagrams of CRANES
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CRANES
100 words from the letters in CRANES
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How to Use CRANES in Word Games
CRANES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CRANES is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
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