CASTOR
/ˈkɑːs.tə/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of CASTOR
A hat made from the fur of the beaver.
A heavy quality of broadcloth for overcoats.
Castoreum (bitter exudate of mature beavers).
A variety of petalite found in Elba.
Someone or something that casts
"a caster of spells; a caster of stones; a caster of bronze statuary; an online caster of video games"
A wheeled assembly attached to a larger object at its base to facilitate rolling. A caster usually consists of a wheel (which may be plastic, a hard elastomer, or metal), an axle, a mounting provision (usually a stem, flange, or plate), and sometimes a swivel (which allows the caster to rotate for steering).
"Many office chairs roll on a set of casters."
A shaker with a perforated top for sprinkling condiments such as sugar, salt, pepper, etc.
"a set of casters"
Examples of CASTOR in a Sentence
- "a caster of spells; a caster of stones; a caster of bronze statuary; an online caster of video games"
- "Many office chairs roll on a set of casters."
- "a set of casters"
Word Details
Is CASTOR a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CASTOR is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CASTOR uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CASTOR
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | a | s | t | o | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Anagrams of CASTOR
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CASTOR
100 words from the letters in CASTOR
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How to Use CASTOR in Word Games
CASTOR is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CASTOR is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
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