LUNGE
/lʌndʒ/
5-letter word · 6 Scrabble points · 10 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of LUNGE
noun
- A sudden forward movement, especially with a sword.
- A long rope or flat web line, more commonly referred to as a lunge line, approximately 20–30 feet long, attached to the bridle, lungeing cavesson, or halter of a horse and used to control the animal while lungeing.
verb
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To (cause to make) a sudden forward movement (present participle: lunging).
"I lunged at the police officer and made a grab for her gun."
- To longe or work a horse in a circle around a handler (present participle: lunging or lungeing).
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About the word LUNGE
Is "LUNGE" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "LUNGE" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 6 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "LUNGE" worth?
In Scrabble, "LUNGE" is worth 6 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 10 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 18.
What does "LUNGE" mean?
A sudden forward movement, especially with a sword.
Does "LUNGE" have any anagrams?
No, "LUNGE" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.