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LAYING

/ˈleɪ.ɪŋ/

6 letters · 1 syllable · verb

L 1/2
A 1/1
Y 4/3
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3
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Definition of LAYING

verb

To place down in a position of rest, or in a horizontal position.

"A shower of rain lays the dust."

verb

To cause to subside or abate.

verb

To prepare (a plan, project etc.); to set out, establish (a law, principle).

verb

To don or put on (tefillin (phylacteries)).

Synonyms of LAYING

Words with similar meaning

ascribe attribute becalm settle down lie by lie with sleep with

Examples of LAYING in a Sentence

  • "A shower of rain lays the dust."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
12
points

Is LAYING a Scrabble Word?

Yes, LAYING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: LAYING uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for LAYING

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter laying Total
Scrabble 114112 10
WWF 213123 12

Anagrams of LAYING

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

gainly 10/12

Words You Can Make With the Letters in LAYING

56 words from the letters in LAYING

6-letter words

gainly 10/12 USUKWWF

5-letter words

gaily 9/10 USUKWWF lingy 9/11 USUKWWF lying 9/11 USUKWWF inlay 8/9 USUKWWF algin 6/9 USUKWWF align 6/9 USUKWWF liang 6/9 USUKWWF ligan 6/9 USUKWWF linga 6/9 USUKWWF

4-letter words

yagi 8/8 USUKWWF agly 8/9 USUKWWF gyal 8/9 UK yang 8/9 USUKWWF ayin 7/7 USUKWWF inly 7/8 USUKWWF liny 7/8 USUKWWF gila 5/7 UK glia 5/7 USUKWWF agin 5/7 USUKWWF gain 5/7 USUKWWF lang 5/8 USWWF ling 5/8 USWWF anil 4/6 USUKWWF lain 4/6 USUKWWF nail 4/6 USUKWWF

3-letter words

gay 7/7 USUKWWF yag 7/7 UK lay 6/6 USUKWWF any 6/6 USUKWWF nay 6/6 USUKWWF yin 6/6 USUKWWF gal 4/6 USUKWWF lag 4/6 USUKWWF lig 4/6 UK gan 4/6 USUKWWF nag 4/6 USUKWWF gin 4/6 USUKWWF ail 3/4 USUKWWF ain 3/4 USUKWWF ani 3/4 USUKWWF lan 3/5 UK lin 3/5 USWWF nil 3/5 USUKWWF

2-letter words

ay 5/4 USUKWWF ya 5/4 USUKWWF ny 5/5 UK ag 3/4 USUKWWF ai 2/2 USUKWWF al 2/3 USWWF la 2/3 USUKWWF li 2/3 USWWF an 2/3 USUKWWF na 2/3 USUKWWF in 2/3 USUKWWF ln 2/4 UK

How to Use LAYING in Word Games

LAYING is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, LAYING 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 LAYING to find 56 additional valid words.

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Frequently Asked Questions About LAYING

What does LAYING mean?
LAYING is a verb. To place down in a position of rest, or in a horizontal position.
Is LAYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LAYING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LAYING worth in Scrabble?
LAYING is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from LAYING?
You can make 56 words from the letters in LAYING. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of LAYING?
Synonyms of LAYING include: ascribe, attribute, becalm, settle down, lie by, lie with. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of LAYING?
The anagrams of LAYING (words using the exact same letters) are: GAINLY. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.