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ARGOT

/ˈɑːɡəʊ/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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Definition of ARGOT

noun

A secret language or conventional slang peculiar to thieves, tramps and vagabonds.

noun

The specialized informal vocabulary and terminology used between people with special skill in a field, such as between doctors, mathematicians or hackers.

"The conversation was in the argot of the trade, full of acronyms and abbreviations that made no sense to the uninitiate."

Synonyms of ARGOT

Words with similar meaning

Examples of ARGOT in a Sentence

  • "The conversation was in the argot of the trade, full of acronyms and abbreviations that made no sense to the uninitiate."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
7
points

Is ARGOT a Scrabble Word?

Yes, ARGOT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

Tip: ARGOT uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ARGOT

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter argot Total
Scrabble 11211 6
WWF 11311 7

Anagrams of ARGOT

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use ARGOT in Word Games

ARGOT is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ARGOT is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ARGOT to find 37 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ARGOT

What does ARGOT mean?
ARGOT is a noun. A secret language or conventional slang peculiar to thieves, tramps and vagabonds.
Is ARGOT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ARGOT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ARGOT worth in Scrabble?
ARGOT is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ARGOT?
You can make 37 words from the letters in ARGOT. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ARGOT?
Synonyms of ARGOT include: cant, jargon, slang. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of ARGOT?
The anagrams of ARGOT (words using the exact same letters) are: GATOR, GROAT. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.