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HACKLE

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Hackle.

Hackle - as a noun

Long slender feather on the necks of e.g. turkeys and pheasants

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
plumage12plume9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Hackle - as a verb

Comb with a heckle

Example: "Heckle hemp or flax"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hatchel15heckle15

Example Sentences

"He raised his hackles when he heard the offensive comment."
"The dog's hackles were raised, indicating that it was on high alert."
"Her hackles rose as she realized she was being lied to."
"The politician's remarks raised the hackles of the opposing party."
"His hackles were up as he entered the lion's den."
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Word Game Points

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

HACKLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is HACKLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hackle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HACKLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is HACKLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hackle is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HACKLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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