MITRE
/ˈmaɪtəɹ/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of MITRE
A covering for the head, worn on solemn occasions by church dignitaries, which has been made in many forms, mostly recently a tall cap with two points or peaks.
The surface forming the bevelled end or edge of a piece where a miter joint is made; also, a joint formed or a junction effected by two beveled ends or edges; a miter joint.
A 13th-century coin minted in Europe which circulated in Ireland as a debased counterfeit sterling penny, outlawed under Edward I.
To adorn with a mitre.
To unite at an angle of 45°.
Word Details
Is MITRE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MITRE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: MITRE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for MITRE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | m | i | t | r | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Anagrams of MITRE
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MITRE
38 words from the letters in MITRE
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How to Use MITRE in Word Games
MITRE is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, MITRE 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 MITRE to find 38 additional valid words.