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Elbow

noun
/ˈel.boʊ/

Meaning

the joint between the forearm and the upper arm
The joint connecting the forearm and the upper arm; as a verb, to push aside using the elbow.

Example Sentences

He hurt his elbow while playing tennis.

He accidentally hit the table with his elbow.

Example Expressions

rub elbows

Synonyms

joint, bend, nudge, shove, push
Entry 1
joint
Entry 2
joint, bend, nudge, shove, push

Antonyms

pull, drag

Collocations

elbow grease, tennis elbow, elbow room, elbow joint, rub elbows
Entry 1
elbow grease, tennis elbow, elbow room
Entry 2
elbow joint, elbow room, rub elbows, elbow grease

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