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elbow

The word “elbow” has 2 syllables: el-bow

It's pronounced as /ˈɛlboʊ/

What is synonym and antonym for elbow?

In the thesaurus, “elbow” has 36 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for elbow along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for elbow

  • ancon
  • angle
  • bend
  • bore
  • bow
  • bull
  • bulldoze
  • bump
  • corner
  • crash
  • crazy bone
  • crook
  • crowd
  • crutch
  • curve
  • fork
  • funny bone
  • half turn
  • hinge
  • hook
  • hustle
  • jam
  • joint
  • jostle
  • knock
  • muscle
  • nudge
  • press
  • push
  • ram
  • rough up
  • shoulder
  • shove
  • squeeze
  • thrust
  • turn

Antonyms for elbow

  • line

Meanings of elbow

  • noun
    1. The joint between the upper arm and the forearm.
    2. (by extension) Any turn or bend like that of the elbow, in a wall, building, coastline, etc.; an angular or jointed part of any structure, such as the raised arm of a chair or sofa, or a short pipe fitting, turning at an angle or bent.
    3. A detective.
    4. Part of a basketball court located at the intersection of the free-throw line and the free-throw lane.
    5. A hit with the elbow.
  • verb
    1. To push with the elbow.
    2. (by extension) To nudge, jostle or push.

Example Sentences

  • She accidentally bumped her elbow on the doorframe.
  • The doctor examined the injured elbow carefully.
  • He leaned on his elbow while watching TV.
  • She wore a sweater with patches on each elbow.
  • The toddler used his elbow to push the toy off the table.

On this page you'll find 37 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to elbow, such as: ancon, angle, bend, bore, bow, bull, bulldoze.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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