2syllables
elbows
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Definitions ofelbows
1noun
- 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.
Example: "the sides of windows, where the jamb makes an elbow with the window back"
- A detective.
- Part of a basketball court located at the intersection of the free-throw line and the free-throw lane.
- A hit with the elbow.
1verb
- To push with the elbow.
Example: "He elbowed his way through the crowd."
- (by extension) To nudge, jostle or push.
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