KANGAROO
/kaŋ.ɡə.ˈɹuː/
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of KANGAROO
A member of the Macropodidae family of large marsupials with strong hind legs for hopping, native to Australia.
A hooded jacket with a front pocket, usually of fleece material, a kangaroo jacket.
To practice kangaroo care on an infant; to hold a premature infant against the skin.
To hunt kangaroo.
To move like a kangaroo
Of or relating to Australia.
(investments) Characterized by rapidly jumping prices in securities markets or by belief that the prices are unstable in contrast to bear and bull markets.
Word Details
Is KANGAROO a Scrabble Word?
Yes, KANGAROO is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: KANGAROO uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for KANGAROO
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | k | a | n | g | a | r | o | o | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| WWF | 5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in KANGAROO
93 words from the letters in KANGAROO
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How to Use KANGAROO in Word Games
KANGAROO is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble KANGAROO to find 93 additional valid words.