CANON
/ˈkæn.ən/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of CANON
A generally accepted principle; a rule.
"The trial must proceed according to the canons of law."
A group of literary works that are generally accepted as representing a field.
The works of a writer that have been accepted as authentic.
"the entire Shakespeare canon"
A clergy member serving a cathedral or collegiate church.
A canon regular, a member of any of several Roman Catholic religious orders.
A Near Eastern and Caucasian musical instrument related to the zither, dulcimer, or harp having either 26 strings and a single bridge, or twice that number and two bridges.
Examples of CANON in a Sentence
- "The trial must proceed according to the canons of law."
- "the entire Shakespeare canon"
Word Details
Is CANON a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CANON is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CANON uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CANON
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | a | n | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CANON
15 words from the letters in CANON
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use CANON in Word Games
CANON is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CANON 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 CANON to find 15 additional valid words.