DEHISCED
8 letters · 3 syllables · verb
Definition of DEHISCED
To burst or split open at definite places, discharging seeds, pollen or similar content.
"Anthers dehisce when the flower opens."
To rupture or break open, as a surgical wound.
"A surgical wound may partially or completely dehisce after surgery, depending upon whether some or all of the layers of tissue come open."
Examples of DEHISCED in a Sentence
- "Anthers dehisce when the flower opens."
- "A surgical wound may partially or completely dehisce after surgery, depending upon whether some or all of the layers of tissue come open."
Word Details
Is DEHISCED a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DEHISCED is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DEHISCED uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DEHISCED
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | e | h | i | s | c | e | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 15 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DEHISCED
100 words from the letters in DEHISCED
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How to Use DEHISCED in Word Games
DEHISCED is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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