Definitions for probang

probang pro·bang

Spelling: [proh-bang]
IPA: /ˈproʊ bæŋ/

Probang is a 7 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 12 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 16 points.

You can make 192 anagrams from letters in probang (abgnopr).

Definitions for probang

noun

  1. a long, slender, elastic rod with a sponge, ball, or the like, at the end, to be introduced into the esophagus or larynx, as for removing foreign bodies, or for introducing medication.

Origin of probang

1650-60; alteration (by association with probe) of provang, unexplained coinage of the inventor

Examples for probang

If such symptoms arise the probang must be withdrawn at once.

The probang is used when the former remedies are ineffectual.

Should our efforts entirely fail, we must then endeavor to force the obstruction downward by means of the probang.

He covered a probang with the skin of a small eel, or the gut of a lamb or cat.

The diagnosis is complete if, upon passing the probang (a flexible tube made for this purpose), an obstruction is encountered.

Word Value for probang
Scrable

12

Words with friends

16

Similar words for probang
Word of the day