FLAX
/flæks/
4 letters · 1 syllable · noun
Definition of FLAX
A plant of the genus Linum, especially Linum usitatissimum, which has a single, slender stalk, about a foot and a half high, with blue flowers. Also known as linseed, especially when referring to the seeds.
The fibers of Linum usitatissimum, grown to make linen and related textiles.
The flax bush, a plant of the genus Phormium, native to New Zealand, with strap-like leaves up to 3 metres long that grow in clumps.
Word Details
Is FLAX a Scrabble Word?
Yes, FLAX is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like FLAX are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for FLAX
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | f | l | a | x | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 14 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in FLAX
8 words from the letters in FLAX
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How to Use FLAX in Word Games
FLAX is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Short word advantage: FLAX is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble FLAX to find 8 additional valid words.