BROOD
/bɹuːd/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of BROOD
The young of certain animals, especially a group of young birds or fowl hatched at one time by the same mother.
The young of any egg-laying creature, especially if produced at the same time.
The eggs and larvae of social insects such as bees, ants and some wasps, especially when gathered together in special brood chambers or combs within the colony.
To keep an egg warm to make it hatch.
"In some species of birds, both the mother and father brood the eggs."
To protect (something that is gradually maturing); to foster.
"Under the rock was a midshipman fish, brooding a mass of eggs."
(typically with about or over) To dwell upon moodily and at length, mainly alone.
"He sat brooding about the upcoming battle, fearing the outcome."
Kept or reared for breeding, said of animals.
"a brood mare"
Examples of BROOD in a Sentence
- "In some species of birds, both the mother and father brood the eggs."
- "Under the rock was a midshipman fish, brooding a mass of eggs."
- "He sat brooding about the upcoming battle, fearing the outcome."
- "a brood mare"
Word Details
Is BROOD a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BROOD is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BROOD uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BROOD
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | r | o | o | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BROOD
27 words from the letters in BROOD
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How to Use BROOD in Word Games
BROOD is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BROOD 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 BROOD to find 27 additional valid words.