Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Lancing.
Lancing - as a noun
A long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shaft11spear7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arm5weapon11weapon systemHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fishgig15fizgig20gig5spear7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
implement15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A surgical knife with a pointed double-edged blade; used for punctures and small incisions
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lancet8Lancing - as a verb
Move quickly, as if by cutting one's way
Example: "Planes lanced towards the shore"
Pierce with a lance, as in a knights' fight
Open by piercing with a lancet
Example: "Lance a boil"
Example Sentences
"She was lancing the boil to drain the pus."
"The doctor used a syringe for lancing the blister."
"She was scared of lancing her finger to measure her blood sugar."
"The doctor applied a lancing device to prick the patient's skin."
"The lancing of the boil was necessary to relieve the pain."
Word Game Points
Is LANCING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lancing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LANCING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is LANCING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lancing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLANCING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is LANCING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lancing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLANCING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
