MUSKET
/ˈmʌskət/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of MUSKET
A kind of firearm formerly carried by the infantry of an army, originally fired by means of a match, or matchlock, for which several mechanical appliances (including the flintlock, and finally the percussion lock) were successively substituted; ultimately superseded by the rifle.
"Sam, Sam, pick up thy musket."
A male Eurasian sparrowhawk.
Examples of MUSKET in a Sentence
- "Sam, Sam, pick up thy musket."
Word Details
Is MUSKET a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MUSKET is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: MUSKET uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for MUSKET
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | m | u | s | k | e | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MUSKET
57 words from the letters in MUSKET
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How to Use MUSKET in Word Games
MUSKET is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, MUSKET 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 MUSKET to find 57 additional valid words.