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SHANGHAIING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Shanghaiing.

Shanghaiing - as a noun

The largest city of china; located in the east on the pacific; one of the largest ports in the world

Shanghaiing - as a verb

Take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship

Example: "The men were shanghaied after being drugged"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Example Sentences

"The victims of shanghaiing were often sailors or laborers."
"There were laws enacted to prevent shanghaiing."
"Some shanghaiing operations were run by criminal gangs."
"The shanghaiing of crew members was detrimental to the sailing industry."
"Efforts were made to raise awareness about the dangers of shanghaiing."
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Word Game Points

Is SHANGHAIING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shanghaiing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHANGHAIING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is SHANGHAIING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shanghaiing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHANGHAIING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is SHANGHAIING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shanghaiing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHANGHAIING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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