MOUTHPART
9 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of MOUTHPART
(usually in plural) An appendage-like structure on the outside of an insect's or other arthropod's mouth, serving to manipulate and masticate food.
"The fans, or brushes, create currents in the water that direct food toward the larvae’s mouthparts and help stuff the food into their deeply concealed mouths."
Examples of MOUTHPART in a Sentence
- "The fans, or brushes, create currents in the water that direct food toward the larvae’s mouthparts and help stuff the food into their deeply concealed mouths."
Word Details
Is MOUTHPART a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MOUTHPART is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: MOUTHPART uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for MOUTHPART
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | m | o | u | t | h | p | a | r | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MOUTHPART
100 words from the letters in MOUTHPART
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How to Use MOUTHPART in Word Games
MOUTHPART is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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