LUNGES
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of LUNGES
A sudden forward movement, especially with a sword.
A long rope or flat web line, more commonly referred to as a lunge line, approximately 20–30 feet long, attached to the bridle, lungeing cavesson, or halter of a horse and used to control the animal while lungeing.
An exercise performed by stepping forward one leg while kneeling with the other leg, then returning to a standing position.
To (cause to make) a sudden forward movement (present participle: lunging).
"I lunged at the police officer and made a grab for her gun."
To longe or work a horse in a circle around a handler (present participle: lunging or lungeing).
Examples of LUNGES in a Sentence
- "I lunged at the police officer and made a grab for her gun."
Word Details
Is LUNGES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LUNGES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LUNGES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LUNGES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | u | n | g | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LUNGES
76 words from the letters in LUNGES
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How to Use LUNGES in Word Games
LUNGES is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, LUNGES 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 LUNGES to find 76 additional valid words.