GABION
/ˈɡeɪ.bɪən/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of GABION
A cylindrical basket or cage of wicker which was filled with earth or stones and used in fortifications and other engineering work (a precursor to the sandbag).
A woven wire mesh unit, sometimes rectangular, made from a continuous mesh panel and filled with stones sometimes coated with polyvinyl chloride.
A porous metal cylinder filled with stones and used in a variety of civil engineering contexts, especially in the construction of retaining walls, the reinforcing of steep slopes, or in the prevention of erosion in river banks.
Word Details
Is GABION a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GABION is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GABION uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GABION
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | a | b | i | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GABION
61 words from the letters in GABION
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How to Use GABION in Word Games
GABION is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, GABION 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 GABION to find 61 additional valid words.