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DANGLE

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Dangle.

How to pronounce dangle:

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Dangle - as a verb

Hang loosely

Example: "The ornaments dangled from the tree"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drop7swing9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hang8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause to dangle or hang freely

Example: "He dangled the ornaments from the christmas tree"

Dangle - as a noun

An agent of one intelligence agency or group who pretends to be interested in defecting or turning to another intelligence agency or group.

The action of dangling; a series of complex stick tricks and fakes in order to defeat the defender in style.

Example: "That was a sick dangle for a great goal!"

A dangling ornament or decoration.

Example Sentences

"The monkey dangled from the tree branch."
"She dangled her keys in front of the toddler to distract him."
"The chandelier dangled precariously from the ceiling."
"The fisherman dangled the bait in the water, waiting for a bite."
"The acrobat dangled from the trapeze, thrilling the audience."
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Word Game Points

Is DANGLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dangle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DANGLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is DANGLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dangle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DANGLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is DANGLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dangle is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DANGLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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