HORDE
/hɔːd/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of HORDE
A wandering troop or gang; especially, a clan or tribe of a nomadic people (originally Tatars) migrating from place to place for the sake of pasturage, plunder, etc.; a predatory multitude.
A large number of people.
"We were beset by a horde of street vendors who thought we were tourists and would buy their cheap souvenirs."
To travel en masse, to flock
Examples of HORDE in a Sentence
- "We were beset by a horde of street vendors who thought we were tourists and would buy their cheap souvenirs."
Word Details
Is HORDE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HORDE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HORDE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HORDE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | o | r | d | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HORDE
38 words from the letters in HORDE
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use HORDE in Word Games
HORDE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HORDE 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 HORDE to find 38 additional valid words.