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MARL

/mɑːl/

4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

M 3/4
A 1/1
R 1/1
L 1/2

Definition of MARL

noun

A mixed earthy substance, consisting of carbonate of lime, clay, and possibly sand, in very variable proportions, and accordingly designated as calcareous, clayey, or sandy.

verb

To cover with the earthy substance called marl.

verb

To cover, as part of a rope, with marline, marking a peculiar hitch at each turn to prevent unwinding.

Synonyms of MARL

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
8
points

Is MARL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: Short words like MARL are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for MARL

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

Letter marl Total
Scrabble 3111 6
WWF 4112 8

How to Use MARL in Word Games

MARL is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Short word advantage: MARL is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble MARL to find 12 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About MARL

What does MARL mean?
MARL is a noun. A mixed earthy substance, consisting of carbonate of lime, clay, and possibly sand, in very variable proportions, and accordingly designated as calcareous, clayey, or sandy.
Is MARL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MARL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is MARL worth in Scrabble?
MARL is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from MARL?
You can make 12 words from the letters in MARL. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of MARL?
Synonyms of MARL include: marlstone, marline. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.