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CLING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Cling.

How to pronounce cling:

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Cling - as a noun

Fruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clingstone13

Cling - as a verb

Come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

Example: "The dress clings to her body"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adhere10cleave11cohere11stick11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adjoin14contact11meet6touch10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

To remain emotionally or intellectually attached

Example: "He clings to the idea that she might still love him."

Hold on tightly or tenaciously

Example: "Hang on to your father's hands"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hang8

Example Sentences

"The hiker used a rope to help with his cling to the side of the cliff."
"The child had a tight cling to his mother's hand."
"Her cling to her favorite stuffed animal provided her with comfort."
"The spider's cling to the ceiling startled the homeowner."
"They watched in awe as the sloth's cling to the tree branch ensured its safety."
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Word Game Points

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

CLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is CLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is CLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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