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Elbowing Definition & Meaning

elbowing
noun
  1. jostling with the elbows; "elbowing is a foul in basketball"

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Frequently asked questions

What does elbowing mean?
jostling with the elbows; "elbowing is a foul in basketball"
What part of speech is elbowing?
Elbowing is a noun.

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