BAYONET
/ˈbeɪə(ʊ)nɛt/
7 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of BAYONET
A pointed instrument of the dagger kind fitted on the muzzle of a musket or rifle, so as to give the soldier increased means of offence and defence. Originally, the bayonet was made with a handle, which needed to be fitted into the bore of the musket after the soldier had fired.
A pin which plays in and out of holes made to receive it, and which thus serves to engage or disengage parts of the machinery.
To stab with a bayonet.
To compel or drive by the bayonet.
Word Details
Is BAYONET a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BAYONET is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of BAYONET earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 62 points total.
Letter Values for BAYONET
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | a | y | o | n | e | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BAYONET
100 words from the letters in BAYONET
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How to Use BAYONET in Word Games
BAYONET is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Bingo potential: Since BAYONET uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 62 points.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble BAYONET to find 100 additional valid words.