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OXY

3 letters · 2 syllables · noun

O 1/1
X 8/8
Y 4/3

Definition of OXY

noun

The bivalent R-O-R functional group found in ethers.

noun

A mixture of oxygen and acetylene; burns at a high temperature and is used for cutting and welding metals.

noun

A synthetic analgesic drug (trademark OxyContin) that is similar to morphine in its effects.

noun

The chemical element (symbol O) with an atomic number of 8 and relative atomic mass of 15.9994. It is a colorless and odorless gas.

noun

Molecular oxygen (O2), a colorless, odorless gas at room temperature, also called dioxygen.

noun

A mixture of oxygen and other gases, administered to a patient to help them breathe.

Synonyms of OXY

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Word Details

Letters
3
Syllables
2
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
12
points

Is OXY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: Short words like OXY are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for OXY

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

Letter oxy Total
Scrabble 184 13
WWF 183 12

Words You Can Make With the Letters in OXY

3 words from the letters in OXY

How to Use OXY in Word Games

OXY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Short word advantage: OXY is only 3 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble OXY to find 3 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About OXY

What does OXY mean?
OXY is a noun. The bivalent R-O-R functional group found in ethers.
Is OXY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, OXY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is OXY worth in Scrabble?
OXY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 3-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from OXY?
You can make 3 words from the letters in OXY. The longest sub-words are 2 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of OXY?
Synonyms of OXY include: E948, packaging gas, sourstuff. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.