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elbow Synonyms
Another word for elbow
Choosing another word for elbow depends on context, so the 21 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The joint between the forearm and the upper arm in humans, especially the outer prominence formed when the arm is bent.
Usage Example
"She rested her elbows on the wooden desk while reading the manuscript."
Strong
funny bone
Weak
cubitus
• verb (Context 2)
To push, strike, or nudge someone with the elbow, often to gain attention or clear a path.
Usage Example
"He gently elbowed his brother to point out the rare bird in the tree."
Strongest
nudge
Strong
jostle
shove
prod
poke
bump
push
• noun (Context 3)
A sharp bend or angular fitting in a pipe, conduit, road, or river that resembles the bend of an arm.
Usage Example
"The plumber replaced the rusted copper bend beneath the kitchen sink."
Strong
bend
angle
joint
turn
crook
Weak
curve
dogleg
• verb (Context 4)
To force or make one's way through a crowded space by pushing with the elbows.
Usage Example
"The reporters elbowed their way toward the front of the briefing room."
Strongest
jostle
Strong
shoulder
barge
push
shove
crowd
muscle
Weak
bulldoze
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Elbow. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/elbow