ENTAIL
/ənˈteɪl/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of ENTAIL
To imply or require.
"This activity will entail careful attention to detail."
To settle or fix inalienably on a person or thing, or on a person and his descendants or a certain line of descendants; -- said especially of an estate; to bestow as a heritage.
To appoint hereditary possessor.
That which is entailed. Hence:
Delicately carved ornamental work; intaglio.
Examples of ENTAIL in a Sentence
- "This activity will entail careful attention to detail."
Word Details
Is ENTAIL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ENTAIL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ENTAIL uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ENTAIL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | n | t | a | i | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ENTAIL
100 words from the letters in ENTAIL
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How to Use ENTAIL in Word Games
ENTAIL is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ENTAIL is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
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