LASHES
/ˈlæʃɪz/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of LASHES
The thong or braided cord of a whip, with which the blow is given.
A leash in which an animal is caught or held; hence, a snare.
A stroke with a whip, or anything pliant and tough.
"The culprit received thirty-nine lashes."
To strike with a lash; to whip or scourge with a lash, or with something like one.
To strike forcibly and quickly, as with a lash; to beat, or beat upon, with a motion like that of a lash.
To throw out with a jerk or quickly.
To bind with a rope, cord, thong, or chain, so as to fasten.
"lash a pack on a horse's back"
Examples of LASHES in a Sentence
- "The culprit received thirty-nine lashes."
- "lash a pack on a horse's back"
Word Details
Is LASHES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LASHES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LASHES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LASHES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | a | s | h | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Anagrams of LASHES
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LASHES
78 words from the letters in LASHES
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How to Use LASHES in Word Games
LASHES is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, LASHES 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 LASHES to find 78 additional valid words.