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FIMBRIAE

8 letters · 1 syllable · noun

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Definition of FIMBRIAE

noun

Any anatomical structure in the form of a fringe, but especially that around the ovarian end of the Fallopian tube.

noun

Hairlike appendage found on the cell surface of many bacteria; used by the bacteria to adhere to one another, to animal cells and to some inanimate objects.

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Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
1
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
17
points

Is FIMBRIAE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

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

Letter Values for FIMBRIAE

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

Letter fimbriae Total
Scrabble 41331111 15
WWF 41441111 17

Words You Can Make With the Letters in FIMBRIAE

100 words from the letters in FIMBRIAE

How to Use FIMBRIAE in Word Games

FIMBRIAE is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About FIMBRIAE

What does FIMBRIAE mean?
FIMBRIAE is a noun. Any anatomical structure in the form of a fringe, but especially that around the ovarian end of the Fallopian tube.
Is FIMBRIAE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, FIMBRIAE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is FIMBRIAE worth in Scrabble?
FIMBRIAE is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from FIMBRIAE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in FIMBRIAE. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of FIMBRIAE?
Synonyms of FIMBRIAE include: pilus. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.