LOOSE
/luːs/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, adjective, interjection
Definition of LOOSE
The release of an arrow.
A state of laxity or indulgence; unrestrained freedom, abandonment.
All play other than set pieces (scrums and line-outs).
To let loose, to free from restraints.
To unfasten, to loosen.
To make less tight, to loosen.
Not fixed in place tightly or firmly.
"This wheelbarrow has a loose wheel."
Not held or packaged together.
"'You can buy apples in a pack, but they are cheaper loose."
Synonyms of LOOSE
Words with similar meaning
Examples of LOOSE in a Sentence
- "This wheelbarrow has a loose wheel."
- "'You can buy apples in a pack, but they are cheaper loose."
- "The dog is loose again."
Word Details
Is LOOSE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LOOSE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LOOSE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LOOSE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | o | o | s | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LOOSE
32 words from the letters in LOOSE
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use LOOSE in Word Games
LOOSE is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LOOSE 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 LOOSE to find 32 additional valid words.