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CLEAVER

/ˈklivɚ/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun

C 3/4
L 1/2
E 1/1
A 1/1
V 4/5
E 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of CLEAVER

noun

A squarish, heavy knife used by butchers for hacking through bones, etc.

noun

(Bahamas) A type of clave, or rhythm stick, a concussive musical instrument used in traditional Bahamian music.

noun

(metaphoric) The act of eliminating someone or something, especially when done by someone with a history of other eliminations; a dismissal, rejection, or removal.

Synonyms of CLEAVER

Words with similar meaning

axe

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
15
points

Is CLEAVER a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of CLEAVER earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 62 points total.

Letter Values for CLEAVER

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

Letter cleaver Total
Scrabble 3111411 12
WWF 4211511 15

Words You Can Make With the Letters in CLEAVER

100 words from the letters in CLEAVER

How to Use CLEAVER in Word Games

CLEAVER is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since CLEAVER uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 62 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CLEAVER to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CLEAVER

What does CLEAVER mean?
CLEAVER is a noun. A squarish, heavy knife used by butchers for hacking through bones, etc.
Is CLEAVER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CLEAVER is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CLEAVER worth in Scrabble?
CLEAVER is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from CLEAVER?
You can make 100 words from the letters in CLEAVER. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of CLEAVER?
Synonyms of CLEAVER include: axe. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.