Definition of vane

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • vane is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • vane is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • vane is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of vane


  • mechanical device attached to an elevated structure; rotates freely to show the direction of the wind (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. weather vane
    2. weathervane
    3. wind vane
  • the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. web
  • flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. blade
  • a fin attached to the tail of an arrow, bomb or missile in order to stabilize or guide it (noun)

See definition of vane in Merriam Webster