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GORING

6 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun, adjective

G 2/3
O 1/1
R 1/1
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of GORING

verb

(of an animal) To pierce with the horn.

"The bull gored the matador."

verb

To pierce with anything pointed, such as a spear.

verb

To cut in a triangular form.

verb

To provide with a gore.

"to gore an apron"

noun

The act by which something is gored; a wound inflicted by a horn, usually the horn of a bull in the context of bullfighting

noun

A piece of cloth cut diagonally to increase its apparent width.

adjective

Cut gradually sloping, so as to be broader at the clew than at the earing of a sail.

Examples of GORING in a Sentence

  • "The bull gored the matador."
  • "to gore an apron"

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
11
points

Is GORING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

Tip: GORING uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for GORING

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

Letter goring Total
Scrabble 211112 8
WWF 311123 11

Anagrams of GORING

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use GORING in Word Games

GORING is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, GORING 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 GORING to find 39 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GORING

What does GORING mean?
GORING is a verb. (of an animal) To pierce with the horn.
Is GORING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GORING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GORING worth in Scrabble?
GORING is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from GORING?
You can make 39 words from the letters in GORING. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of GORING?
The anagrams of GORING (words using the exact same letters) are: GRINGO. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.