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ARTERY

/ˈɑː.tə.ɹi/

6 letters · 3 syllables · noun

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Definition of ARTERY

noun

An efferent blood vessel from the heart, conveying blood away from the heart regardless of oxygenation status; see pulmonary artery.

noun

A major transit corridor.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
3
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
8
points

Is ARTERY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: ARTERY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ARTERY

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

Letter artery Total
Scrabble 111114 9
WWF 111113 8

How to Use ARTERY in Word Games

ARTERY is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ARTERY 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 ARTERY to find 66 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ARTERY

What does ARTERY mean?
ARTERY is a noun. An efferent blood vessel from the heart, conveying blood away from the heart regardless of oxygenation status; see pulmonary artery.
Is ARTERY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ARTERY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ARTERY worth in Scrabble?
ARTERY is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from ARTERY?
You can make 66 words from the letters in ARTERY. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.