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DRESSING

/ˈdɹɛsɪŋ/

8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

D 2/2
R 1/1
E 1/1
S 1/1
S 1/1
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of DRESSING

noun

Material applied to a wound for protection or therapy.

noun

A sauce, especially a cold one for salads.

noun

Something added to the soil as a fertilizer etc.

verb

To fit out with the necessary clothing; to clothe, put clothes on (something or someone).

"He was dressed in the latest fashions."

verb

To clothe oneself; to put on clothes.

"I rose and dressed before daybreak.  It's very cold out. Dress warm."

verb

To put on the uniform and equipment necessary to play the game.

"Due to a left ankle sprain, Kobe Bryant did not dress for the game against Indiana"

Synonyms of DRESSING

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Antonyms of DRESSING

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Examples of DRESSING in a Sentence

  • "He was dressed in the latest fashions."
  • "I rose and dressed before daybreak.  It's very cold out. Dress warm."
  • "Due to a left ankle sprain, Kobe Bryant did not dress for the game against Indiana"

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
12
points

Is DRESSING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: DRESSING uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for DRESSING

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

Letter dressing Total
Scrabble 21111112 10
WWF 21111123 12

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DRESSING

100 words from the letters in DRESSING

How to Use DRESSING in Word Games

DRESSING is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About DRESSING

What does DRESSING mean?
DRESSING is a noun. Material applied to a wound for protection or therapy.
Is DRESSING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DRESSING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DRESSING worth in Scrabble?
DRESSING is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DRESSING?
You can make 100 words from the letters in DRESSING. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DRESSING?
Synonyms of DRESSING include: bandage, clothe, don, get dressed. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.