MOONS
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of MOONS
(by extension of Moon) Any natural satellite of a planet.
"That's no moon, you idiot... it's a space station!"
A month, particularly a lunar month.
"They stayed with their aunt and uncle for many moons."
A crescent-like outwork in a fortification.
"The moons surrounding the city walls were built in the sixteenth century."
To display one's buttocks to, typically as a jest, insult, or protest.
"It was ill-advised of Sam to moon the photographer during the shoot."
(usually followed by over or after) To fuss over something adoringly; to be infatuated with someone.
"Sarah mooned over Sam's photograph for months."
To spend time idly, absent-mindedly.
Synonyms of MOONS
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Examples of MOONS in a Sentence
- "That's no moon, you idiot... it's a space station!"
- "They stayed with their aunt and uncle for many moons."
- "The moons surrounding the city walls were built in the sixteenth century."
- "It was ill-advised of Sam to moon the photographer during the shoot."
Word Details
Is MOONS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MOONS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: MOONS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for MOONS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | m | o | o | n | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MOONS
31 words from the letters in MOONS
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How to Use MOONS in Word Games
MOONS is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, MOONS 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 MOONS to find 31 additional valid words.