GOLLY
5 letters · 2 syllables · interjection, noun, verb
Definition of GOLLY
God!
A rag doll or mascot in the form of a caricature of a black minstrel.
(racist) A black person.
A hairy caterpillar.
A galosh.
(juvenile) Chewing gum.
(juvenile) Saliva or phlegm.
"hack up a golly"
(juvenile) To spit; to force up phlegm from one's throat.
Examples of GOLLY in a Sentence
- "hack up a golly"
Word Details
Is GOLLY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GOLLY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GOLLY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GOLLY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | o | l | l | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GOLLY
10 words from the letters in GOLLY
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use GOLLY in Word Games
GOLLY is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GOLLY 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 GOLLY to find 10 additional valid words.