HULKS
/hʌlks/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of HULKS
A non-functional but floating ship, usually stripped of rigging and equipment, and often put to other uses such as storage or accommodation.
Any large ship that is difficult to maneuver.
A large structure with a dominating presence.
To reduce (a ship) to a (nonfunctional) hulk.
To be a hulk, a large (hulking) and often imposing presence.
To move (one's large, hulking body).
To remove the entrails of; to disembowel.
"to hulk a hare"
Examples of HULKS in a Sentence
- "to hulk a hare"
Word Details
Is HULKS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HULKS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HULKS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HULKS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | u | l | k | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HULKS
14 words from the letters in HULKS
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use HULKS in Word Games
HULKS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HULKS 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 HULKS to find 14 additional valid words.