1. pushed or struck with the elbow
Usage: past tense of elbow
2. forced one’s way through a crowd using elbows
Usage: past tense of elbow

1. having elbows or elbow-like bends
Usage: describing shape or structure

Examples

• She elbowed me in the ribs to get my attention.
• He elbowed his way through the crowded subway car.
• The player was penalized for having elbowed his opponent.
• They elbowed past the other shoppers to reach the sale items.
• The elbowed pipe fitting connected the two sections.
• She accidentally elbowed the person behind her while dancing.