Sinew

/ˈsɪnjuː/ noun verb

A cord or tendon of the body.

What it means

  1. (noun) A cord or tendon of the body.
  2. (noun) A cord or string, particularly as of a musical instrument.
  3. (noun) Muscular power, muscle; nerve, nervous energy; vigor, vigorous strength.
  4. (noun) (often in the plural) That which gives strength or in which strength consists; a supporting factor or member; mainstay.
  5. (noun) A nerve.
  6. (verb) To knit together or make strong with, or as if with, sinews.

Letter analysis

  • Sinew contains 5 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 3 consonant(s).
  • It uses 5 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 2.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 8.

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Common questions

What does Sinew mean?

A cord or tendon of the body.

What are the anagrams of Sinew?

Valid anagrams: swine, wines.

How many letters are in Sinew?

Sinew has 5 letters.

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