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STONING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Stoning.

Stoning - as a noun

The act of pelting with stones; punishment inflicted by throwing stones at the victim (even unto death)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lapidation13

Stoning - as a verb

To pelt with stones, especially to kill by pelting with stones.

Example: "She got stoned to death after they found her."

To wall with stones.

To remove a stone from (fruit etc.).

To form a stone during growth, with reference to fruit etc.

To intoxicate, especially with narcotics. (usually in passive)

To do nothing, to stare blankly into space and not pay attention when relaxing or when bored.

To lap with an abrasive stone to remove surface irregularities.

Example Sentences

"The act of stoning is still practiced in some countries."
"Witnessing a stoning can be traumatizing."
"She was sentenced to death by stoning."
"The crowd gathered for the stoning of the criminal."
"The victim's family insisted on a public stoning."
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Word Game Points

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

STONING has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is STONING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stoning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STONING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is STONING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stoning is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STONING has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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