ELBOW
/ˈɛl.bəʊ/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of ELBOW
The joint between the upper arm and the forearm.
(by extension) Any turn or bend like that of the elbow, in a wall, building, coastline, etc.; an angular or jointed part of any structure, such as the raised arm of a chair or sofa, or a short pipe fitting, turning at an angle or bent.
"the sides of windows, where the jamb makes an elbow with the window back"
A detective.
To push with the elbow.
"He elbowed his way through the crowd."
(by extension) To nudge, jostle or push.
Examples of ELBOW in a Sentence
- "the sides of windows, where the jamb makes an elbow with the window back"
- "He elbowed his way through the crowd."
Word Details
Is ELBOW a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ELBOW is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ELBOW uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ELBOW
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | l | b | o | w | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ELBOW
28 words from the letters in ELBOW
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use ELBOW in Word Games
ELBOW is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ELBOW 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 ELBOW to find 28 additional valid words.