Clawing

verb noun adjective

To scratch or to tear at.

Definition

  1. (verb) To scratch or to tear at.
  2. (verb) To use the claws to seize, to grip.
  3. (verb) To use the claws to climb.
  4. (verb) To perform a claw catch.
  5. (verb) To move with one's fingertips.
  6. (verb) To relieve uneasy feeling, such as an itch, by scratching; hence, to humor or flatter, to court someone.
  7. (verb) To rail at; to scold.
  8. (verb) To flatter; to fawn on (a person).
  9. (noun) A scratch with the claws.
  10. (adjective) Causing a visceral sensation of panic or terror. “clawing fear”

Word stats

  • Clawing contains 7 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 5 consonant(s).
  • It uses 7 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 2.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 13.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Clawing mean?

To scratch or to tear at.

How many letters are in Clawing?

Clawing has 7 letters.

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