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GUMSHOE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Gumshoe.

How to pronounce gumshoe:

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Gumshoe - as a noun

Someone who is a detective

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hawkshaw24

A waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arctic10galosh10golosh10rubber10

Gumshoe - as a verb

To act as a detective.

Example Sentences

"The gumshoe followed the suspect into an alley."
"The private detective wore a fedora and carried a gumshoe."
"The gumshoe staked out the building, waiting for the criminal to appear."
"She hired a gumshoe to investigate her husband's mysterious activities."
"The old gumshoe relied on his instincts to solve the case."
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Word Game Points

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

GUMSHOE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is GUMSHOE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gumshoe is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GUMSHOE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is GUMSHOE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gumshoe is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GUMSHOE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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