HAWKS
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of HAWKS
A diurnal predatory bird of the family Accipitridae, smaller than an eagle.
"It is illegal to hunt hawks or other raptors in many parts of the world."
Any diurnal predatory terrestrial bird of similar size and appearance to the accipitrid hawks, such as a falcon
An advocate of aggressive political positions and actions.
To hunt with a hawk.
To make an attack while on the wing; to soar and strike like a hawk.
"to hawk at flies"
A plasterer's tool, made of a flat surface with a handle below, used to hold an amount of plaster prior to application to the wall or ceiling being worked on: a mortarboard.
To sell; to offer for sale by outcry in the street; to carry (merchandise) about from place to place for sale; to peddle.
"The vendors were hawking their wares from little tables lining either side of the market square."
A noisy effort to force up phlegm from the throat.
Examples of HAWKS in a Sentence
- "It is illegal to hunt hawks or other raptors in many parts of the world."
- "to hawk at flies"
- "The vendors were hawking their wares from little tables lining either side of the market square."
- "Grandpa sat on the front porch, hawking and wheezing, as he packed his pipe with cheap tobacco."
Word Details
Is HAWKS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HAWKS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HAWKS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HAWKS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | a | w | k | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 15 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HAWKS
31 words from the letters in HAWKS
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use HAWKS in Word Games
HAWKS is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HAWKS 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 HAWKS to find 31 additional valid words.