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TUNNELLING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Tunnelling.

Tunnelling - as a noun

A passageway through or under something, usually underground (especially one for trains or cars)

Example: "The tunnel reduced congestion at that intersection"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
passageway19
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A hole made by an animal, usually for shelter

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burrow11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hole7hollow12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Tunnelling - as a verb

Move through by or as by digging

Example: "Burrow through the forest"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burrow11

Force a way through

Example Sentences

"The construction crew is using tunnelling to dig a new subway line."
"The tunnelling process requires specialized machinery."
"The government invested in tunnelling projects to improve transportation."
"The engineers are studying different tunnelling techniques."
"The company specializes in tunnelling and excavation services."
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Word Game Points

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

TUNNELLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is TUNNELLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tunnelling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TUNNELLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is TUNNELLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tunnelling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TUNNELLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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