BIOPSY
/ˈbaɪɑpsi/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of BIOPSY
The removal and examination of a sample of tissue, cells, or bodily fluid from a living body for diagnostic purposes.
"We will need to perform a biopsy to determine whether the tumour is malignant or benign."
To take a sample (a biopsy) for pathological examination.
"They biopsied the lump but it turned out to be non-cancerous."
Examples of BIOPSY in a Sentence
- "We will need to perform a biopsy to determine whether the tumour is malignant or benign."
- "They biopsied the lump but it turned out to be non-cancerous."
Word Details
Is BIOPSY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BIOPSY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BIOPSY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BIOPSY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | i | o | p | s | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 13 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BIOPSY
52 words from the letters in BIOPSY
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How to Use BIOPSY in Word Games
BIOPSY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BIOPSY 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 BIOPSY to find 52 additional valid words.