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THUMBSCREW

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Thumbscrew.

Thumbscrew - as a noun

Instrument of torture that crushes the thumb

Screw designed to be turned with the thumb and fingers

Example Sentences

"The detective tightened the thumbscrew to get the suspect to talk."
"The interrogator used a thumbscrew to extract information from the prisoner."
"The thumbscrew was a popular tool for punishment in ancient times."
"The thumbscrew left deep marks on the victim's fingers."
"The museum displayed an antique thumbscrew in its medieval torture exhibit."
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Word Game Points

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

THUMBSCREW has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is THUMBSCREW a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, thumbscrew is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
THUMBSCREW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is THUMBSCREW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, thumbscrew is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
THUMBSCREW has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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