HOISTS
/hɔɪsts/
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of HOISTS
A hoisting device, such as pulley or crane.
The act of hoisting; a lift.
"Give me a hoist over that wall."
The perpendicular height of a flag, as opposed to the fly, or horizontal length, when flying from a staff.
To raise; to lift; to elevate (especially, to raise or lift to a desired elevation, by means of tackle or pulley, said of a sail, a flag, a heavy package or weight).
To lift a trophy or similar prize into the air in celebration of a victory.
To lift someone up to be flogged.
Examples of HOISTS in a Sentence
- "Give me a hoist over that wall."
Word Details
Is HOISTS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HOISTS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HOISTS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HOISTS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | o | i | s | t | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HOISTS
59 words from the letters in HOISTS
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How to Use HOISTS in Word Games
HOISTS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, HOISTS 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 HOISTS to find 59 additional valid words.