EMBOSS
/ɪmˈbɒs/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of EMBOSS
To mark or decorate with a raised design or symbol.
"The papers weren't official until the seal had been embossed on them."
To raise in relief from a surface, as an ornament, a head on a coin, etc.
Of a hunted animal: to take shelter in a wood or forest.
To drive (an animal) to extremity; to exhaust, to make foam at the mouth.
To hide or conceal in a thicket; to imbosk; to enclose, shelter, or shroud in a wood.
Examples of EMBOSS in a Sentence
- "The papers weren't official until the seal had been embossed on them."
Word Details
Is EMBOSS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, EMBOSS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: EMBOSS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for EMBOSS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | m | b | o | s | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in EMBOSS
49 words from the letters in EMBOSS
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How to Use EMBOSS in Word Games
EMBOSS is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, EMBOSS 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 EMBOSS to find 49 additional valid words.