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PULLING

/ˈpʊlɪŋ/

7 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun

P 3/4
U 1/2
L 1/2
L 1/2
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of PULLING

verb

To apply a force to (an object) so that it comes toward the person or thing applying the force.

"When I give the signal, pull the rope."

verb

To gather with the hand, or by drawing toward oneself; to pluck.

"pull a finch"

verb

To attract or net; to pull in.

noun

The act by which something is pulled.

Synonyms of PULLING

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of PULLING

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of PULLING in a Sentence

  • "When I give the signal, pull the rope."
  • "pull a finch"

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
16
points

Is PULLING a Scrabble Word?

Yes, PULLING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of PULLING earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 60 points total.

Letter Values for PULLING

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter pulling Total
Scrabble 3111112 10
WWF 4222123 16

How to Use PULLING in Word Games

PULLING is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since PULLING uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 60 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PULLING to find 51 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About PULLING

What does PULLING mean?
PULLING is a verb. To apply a force to (an object) so that it comes toward the person or thing applying the force.
Is PULLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PULLING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PULLING worth in Scrabble?
PULLING is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from PULLING?
You can make 51 words from the letters in PULLING. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of PULLING?
Synonyms of PULLING include: drag, tow, tug, yank, score, carry out. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.