PRY
Scrabble letter values: P3R1Y4 = 8
Definition
- noun a heavy iron lever with one end forged into a wedge. — synonyms: crowbar, wrecking_bar, pry_bar
- verb to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open. — synonyms: prise, prize, lever, jimmy
- verb be nosey.
- verb search or inquire in a meddlesome way. — synonyms: intrude, horn_in, nose, poke
- verb make an uninvited or presumptuous inquiry. — synonyms: prise
Examples
- “The burglar jimmied the lock”
- “Raccoons managed to pry the lid off the garbage pail”
- “Don't pry into my personal matters!”