LAUREL
/ˈlɒɹ.əl/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of LAUREL
Laurus nobilis, an evergreen shrub having aromatic leaves of a lanceolate shape, with clusters of small, yellowish white flowers in their axils.
A crown of laurel.
(chiefly in the plural) Honor, distinction, fame.
"to win laurels; to crown with laurels"
To decorate with laurel, especially with a laurel wreath.
To enwreathe.
To award top honours to.
Examples of LAUREL in a Sentence
- "to win laurels; to crown with laurels"
Word Details
Is LAUREL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LAUREL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LAUREL uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LAUREL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | a | u | r | e | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LAUREL
40 words from the letters in LAUREL
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How to Use LAUREL in Word Games
LAUREL is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, LAUREL 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 LAUREL to find 40 additional valid words.