How to Pronounce "elbowing"
word
ˈɛɫˌboʊɪŋ
EL-boh-ing
ˈɛlbəʊɪŋ
EL-boh-ing
Definition
Pushing or making space by using your elbow, often in a crowd. It can also refer to competing for position in a forceful, physical way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛɫˌboʊɪŋ
British English
ˈɛlbəʊɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EL-boh-ing
UK
EL-boh-ing
Listen in Context
He was elbowing people to get to the front of the line.
Stop elbowing your sister at the dinner table.
Fans were elbowing each other to get closer to the stage.
She kept elbowing her way through the crowd at the concert.