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CIRCUMCISION

12 letters · 4 syllables · noun

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Definition of CIRCUMCISION

noun

The surgical removal of the foreskin of the penis.

noun

The surgical removal of the clitoral hood of the clitoris; female circumcision.

noun

(sometimes proscribed) The surgical removal of the clitoris; clitoridectomy, usually referred to as female genital mutilation

Synonyms of CIRCUMCISION

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
12
Syllables
4
Scrabble
20
points
WWF
26
points

Is CIRCUMCISION a Scrabble Word?

Yes, CIRCUMCISION is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 20 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 20 pts Words With Friends — 26 pts

Tip: CIRCUMCISION uses 12 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for CIRCUMCISION

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter circumcision Total
Scrabble 311313311111 20
WWF 411424411112 26

Words You Can Make With the Letters in CIRCUMCISION

100 words from the letters in CIRCUMCISION

How to Use CIRCUMCISION in Word Games

CIRCUMCISION is worth 20 points in Scrabble and 26 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CIRCUMCISION

What does CIRCUMCISION mean?
CIRCUMCISION is a noun. The surgical removal of the foreskin of the penis.
Is CIRCUMCISION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CIRCUMCISION is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 20 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CIRCUMCISION worth in Scrabble?
CIRCUMCISION is worth 20 points in Scrabble and 26 points in Words With Friends. It is a 12-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from CIRCUMCISION?
You can make 100 words from the letters in CIRCUMCISION. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of CIRCUMCISION?
Synonyms of CIRCUMCISION include: circ. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.