Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Wringing.
Wringing - as a noun
Wringing - as a verb
Twist and press out of shape
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contort9deform12distort8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
distort8twine8twist8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish
Example: "Wring one's hand"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wrench14Obtain by coercion or intimidation
Example: "They extorted money from the executive by threatening to reveal his past to the company boss"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
extort13gouge7rack10squeeze25Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fleece11gazump20hook11overcharge19pluck13plume9rob5soak8surcharge15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Twist, squeeze, or compress in order to extract liquid
Example: "Wring the towels"
Example Sentences
"Her hands were red and sore from all the wringing she had done."
"The wringing of a wet cloth is an effective way to remove excess water."
"The constant wringing of her hands betrayed her nervousness."
"He wore a look of anguish, his hands wringing in worry."
"The sound of the wringing of clothes echoed through the laundry room."
Word Game Points
Is WRINGING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, wringing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
WRINGING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is WRINGING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, wringing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordWRINGING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is WRINGING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, wringing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordWRINGING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
