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SINEW

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Sinew.

How to pronounce sinew:

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Sinew - as a noun

A cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tendon7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
connective tissue
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Possessing muscular strength

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brawn10brawniness15heftiness15muscle10muscularity18

Sinew - as a verb

To knit together or make strong with, or as if with, sinews.

Example Sentences

"His arm muscles bulged with sinew as he lifted the heavy dumbbell."
"The chef skillfully removed the sinew from the piece of meat."
"The lion's sinew enabled it to pounce on its prey with great speed."
"She felt a sharp pain in her sinew after running the marathon."
"The farmer used the animal's sinew to tie the bundles of hay together."
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Word Game Points

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

SINEW has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is SINEW a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sinew is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SINEW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is SINEW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sinew is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SINEW has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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