HUSKS
/hʌsks/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of HUSKS
The dry, leafy or stringy exterior of certain vegetables or fruits, which must be removed before eating the meat inside
"A coconut has a very thick husk."
Any form of useless, dried-up, and subsequently worthless exterior of something
"His attorney was a dried-up husk of a man."
The supporting frame of a run of millstones.
To remove husks from.
To cough, clear one's throat.
To say huskily, to utter in a husky voice.
Examples of HUSKS in a Sentence
- "A coconut has a very thick husk."
- "His attorney was a dried-up husk of a man."
Word Details
Is HUSKS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HUSKS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HUSKS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HUSKS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | u | s | k | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 3 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HUSKS
14 words from the letters in HUSKS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use HUSKS in Word Games
HUSKS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HUSKS 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 HUSKS to find 14 additional valid words.