Definition of WRITHING

writhing

Meanings

Plural: writhings

Verb

  • to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
  • present participle and gerund of writhe

Adjective Satellite

  • moving in a twisting or snake-like or wormlike fashion

Adj

  • Bended in twisting struggle.

Noun

  • A twisting struggle.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English writhyng; equivalent to writhe + -ing.

Scrabble Score: 15

writhing is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
writhing is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
writhing is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 16

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