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OVERLAYS

8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb

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Definition of OVERLAYS

noun

A piece of paper pasted upon the tympan sheet to improve the impression by making it stronger at a particular place.

noun

(betting) Odds which are set higher than expected or warranted. Favorable odds.

noun

A horse going off at higher odds than it appears to warrant, based on its past performances.

verb

To lay, spread, or apply something over or across; cover.

verb

To overwhelm; to press excessively upon.

verb

To lie over (someone, especially a child) in order to smother it; to suffocate.

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
15
points

Is OVERLAYS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Tip: OVERLAYS uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for OVERLAYS

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

Letter overlays Total
Scrabble 14111141 14
WWF 15112131 15

Anagrams of OVERLAYS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in OVERLAYS

100 words from the letters in OVERLAYS

How to Use OVERLAYS in Word Games

OVERLAYS is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble OVERLAYS to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About OVERLAYS

What does OVERLAYS mean?
OVERLAYS is a noun. A piece of paper pasted upon the tympan sheet to improve the impression by making it stronger at a particular place.
Is OVERLAYS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, OVERLAYS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is OVERLAYS worth in Scrabble?
OVERLAYS is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from OVERLAYS?
You can make 100 words from the letters in OVERLAYS. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of OVERLAYS?
The anagrams of OVERLAYS (words using the exact same letters) are: LAYOVERS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.