HOMING
/ˈhəʊmɪŋ/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of HOMING
(of animals) To return to its owner.
"The dog homed."
(always with "in on") To seek or aim for something.
"The missile was able to home in on the target."
Examples of HOMING in a Sentence
- "The dog homed."
- "The missile was able to home in on the target."
Word Details
Is HOMING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HOMING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HOMING uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HOMING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | o | m | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 12 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HOMING
41 words from the letters in HOMING
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use HOMING in Word Games
HOMING is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, HOMING 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 HOMING to find 41 additional valid words.