CAMEL
/ˈkæməl/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of CAMEL
A beast of burden, much used in desert areas, of the genus Camelus.
A light brownish color, like that of a camel (also called camel brown).
Loaded vessels lashed tightly, one on each side of another vessel, and then emptied to reduce the draught of the ship in the middle.
Of a light brown color like that of a camel.
A ruminant, of the genus Giraffa, of the African savannah with long legs and highly elongated neck, which make it the tallest living animal; yellow fur patterned with dark spots, often in the form of a network; and two or more short, skin-covered horns, so-called; strictly speaking the horn-like projections are ossicones.
A giraffe unicycle.
A laugh.
"Are you having a giraffe?!"
Examples of CAMEL in a Sentence
- "Are you having a giraffe?!"
Word Details
Is CAMEL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CAMEL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CAMEL uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CAMEL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | a | m | e | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CAMEL
40 words from the letters in CAMEL
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use CAMEL in Word Games
CAMEL is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CAMEL 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 CAMEL to find 40 additional valid words.