Elbow

Pronunciation: /ˈɛlˌboʊ/

Elbow (noun)

  1. The part of the arm where it bends, between the upper arm and the forearm.
  2. A piece of pipe that is bent at an angle, used to change direction in plumbing.
  3. To push someone gently with your elbow to make space or get attention.

Examples

  • She rested her chin on her elbow while thinking.
  • He felt a sharp pain in his elbow after the fall.

Common collocations: bend the elbow, elbow joint, elbow pain, pipe elbow, install an elbow

Synonyms of Elbow

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