GLEAN
/ɡliːn/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of GLEAN
A collection made by gleaning.
To collect (grain, grapes, etc.) left behind after the main harvest or gathering.
To gather what is left in (a field or vineyard).
"to glean a field"
To gather information in small amounts, with implied difficulty, bit by bit.
Cleaning; afterbirth
Examples of GLEAN in a Sentence
- "to glean a field"
Word Details
Is GLEAN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GLEAN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GLEAN uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GLEAN
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | l | e | a | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GLEAN
46 words from the letters in GLEAN
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use GLEAN in Word Games
GLEAN is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GLEAN 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 GLEAN to find 46 additional valid words.