DROPS
/dɹɒps/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of DROPS
A small quantity of liquid, just large enough to hold its own round shape via surface tension, especially one that falls from a source of liquid.
"Put three drops of oil into the mixture."
A very small quantity of liquid, or (by extension) of anything.
"asked for just a drop more tea; she was thirsty and there wasn't a drop of water to be found"
(now especially with "the") Alcoholic spirits in general.
"It doesn't matter where you're from; anyone who enjoys the drop is a friend of mine."
To fall in droplets (of a liquid).
To drip (a liquid).
"The equipment shows how much the glacier has moved and the amount it dropped in height over the summer."
Generally, to fall (straight down).
"A single shot was fired and the bird dropped from the sky."
Examples of DROPS in a Sentence
- "Put three drops of oil into the mixture."
- "asked for just a drop more tea; she was thirsty and there wasn't a drop of water to be found"
- "It doesn't matter where you're from; anyone who enjoys the drop is a friend of mine."
- "The equipment shows how much the glacier has moved and the amount it dropped in height over the summer."
Word Details
Is DROPS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DROPS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DROPS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DROPS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | r | o | p | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DROPS
36 words from the letters in DROPS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use DROPS in Word Games
DROPS is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DROPS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DROPS to find 36 additional valid words.