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HEDGEHOG

/ˈhɛdʒhɒɡ/

8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb

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Definition of HEDGEHOG

noun

A small mammal, of the family Erinaceidae or subfamily Erinaceinae (spiny hedgehog, the latter characterized by their spiny back and often by the habit of rolling up into a ball when attacked.)

noun

Any of several spiny mammals, such as the porcupine, that are similar to the hedgehog.

noun

A type of moveable military barricade made from crossed logs or steel bars, laced with barbed wire, used to damage or impede tanks and vehicles; Czech hedgehog.

verb

To make use of a hedgehog barricade as a defensive maneuver.

verb

To array with spiky projections like the quills of a hedgehog.

verb

To curl up into a defensive ball.

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
17
points

Is HEDGEHOG a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

Tip: HEDGEHOG uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for HEDGEHOG

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

Letter hedgehog Total
Scrabble 41221412 17
WWF 31231313 17

How to Use HEDGEHOG in Word Games

HEDGEHOG is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble HEDGEHOG to find 46 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HEDGEHOG

What does HEDGEHOG mean?
HEDGEHOG is a noun. A small mammal, of the family Erinaceidae or subfamily Erinaceinae (spiny hedgehog, the latter characterized by their spiny back and often by the habit of rolling up into a ball when attacked.)
Is HEDGEHOG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HEDGEHOG is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HEDGEHOG worth in Scrabble?
HEDGEHOG is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from HEDGEHOG?
You can make 46 words from the letters in HEDGEHOG. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of HEDGEHOG?
Synonyms of HEDGEHOG include: Erinaceus europaeus, furze-pig, fuzz-pig, hedgepig, hedgy-boar, prickly-pig. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.