PINCHING
8 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun, adjective
Definition of PINCHING
To squeeze a small amount of a person's skin and flesh, making it hurt.
"The children were scolded for pinching each other."
To squeeze between the thumb and forefinger.
To squeeze between two objects.
The act of one who or that which pinches.
The act of pinching off new growth.
That pinches, or causes such a sensation
Examples of PINCHING in a Sentence
- "The children were scolded for pinching each other."
Word Details
Is PINCHING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PINCHING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PINCHING uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PINCHING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | i | n | c | h | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 16 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 20 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PINCHING
35 words from the letters in PINCHING
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How to Use PINCHING in Word Games
PINCHING is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PINCHING to find 35 additional valid words.