DUCKS
/dʌks/
5 letters · 1 syllable · verb, noun
Definition of DUCKS
To quickly lower the head or body in order to prevent it from being struck by something.
To quickly lower (the head) in order to prevent it from being struck by something.
To lower (something) into water; to thrust or plunge under liquid and suddenly withdraw.
An aquatic bird of the family Anatidae, having a flat bill and webbed feet.
Specifically, an adult female duck; contrasted with drake and with duckling.
The flesh of a duck used as food.
A tightly-woven cotton fabric used as sailcloth.
(in plural) Trousers made of such material.
Examples of DUCKS in a Sentence
- "And hold-fast is the only dog, my duck (William Shakespeare - The Life of King Henry the Fifth, Act 2, Scene 3)."
- "Ay up duck, ow'a'tha?"
- "Hello ducks, how are you today?"
- "Congressman Jones was a lame duck and did not vote on many issues that were important to his constituents."
Word Details
Is DUCKS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DUCKS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DUCKS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DUCKS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | u | c | k | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DUCKS
14 words from the letters in DUCKS
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use DUCKS in Word Games
DUCKS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DUCKS 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 DUCKS to find 14 additional valid words.