GANTLET
(noun)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Gantlet.
Gantlet - as a noun
To offer or accept a challenge
Example: "Threw down the gauntlet"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gauntlet9The convergence of two parallel railroad tracks in a narrow place; the inner rails cross and run parallel and then diverge so a train remains on its own tracks at all times
A form of punishment in which a person is forced to run between two lines of men facing each other and armed with clubs or whips to beat the victim
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gauntlet9Example Sentences
"She had to run the gantlet of paparazzi as she exited the building."
"The enemy soldiers were forced to run the gantlet between two rows of armed guards."
"The actress bravely walked the gantlet of reporters at the movie premiere."
"He ran the gantlet of protesters outside the courthouse."
"The politician faced a gantlet of tough questions during the press conference."
Word Game Points
Is GANTLET a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gantlet is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GANTLET has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is GANTLET a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gantlet is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGANTLET has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is GANTLET a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gantlet is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGANTLET has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
