akimbo
With a crook or bend; with the hand on the hip and elbow turned outward.
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Definition of Akimbo
With a crook or bend; with the hand on the hip and elbow turned outward.
How to use Akimbo
Akimbo is a adjective. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.
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Antonyms for Akimbo
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FAQ
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How many syllables does akimbo have?
Akimbo has 3 syllables: ak·im·bo. The word is broken into 3 spoken beats.
What part of speech is akimbo?
Akimbo is used as a adjective. As an adjective, it describes or modifies a noun.
What are synonyms for akimbo?
This entry does not currently list synonyms for akimbo. Try the Word Explorer or the Prefix Finder to explore related word patterns.
How do you use akimbo in a sentence?
Akimbo can be used in sentences where a adjective describing with a crook or bend; with the hand on the hip and elbow turned outward. is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.
What words start with the same letter as akimbo?
Akimbo starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.
How many letters does akimbo have?
Akimbo has 6 letters. It contains 3 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.