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PERISTOMES

10 letters · 4 syllables · noun

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Definition of PERISTOMES

noun

One or two rings of tooth-like appendages surrounding the opening of the capsule of many mosses.

noun

The parts of or surrounding the mouths of numerous invertebrates.

noun

The lip, or edge of the aperture, of a spiral shell.

Word Details

Letters
10
Syllables
4
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
16
points

Is PERISTOMES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Tip: PERISTOMES uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for PERISTOMES

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

Letter peristomes Total
Scrabble 3111111311 14
WWF 4111111411 16

Anagrams of PERISTOMES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 10 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in PERISTOMES

100 words from the letters in PERISTOMES

How to Use PERISTOMES in Word Games

PERISTOMES is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About PERISTOMES

What does PERISTOMES mean?
PERISTOMES is a noun. One or two rings of tooth-like appendages surrounding the opening of the capsule of many mosses.
Is PERISTOMES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PERISTOMES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PERISTOMES worth in Scrabble?
PERISTOMES is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 10-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from PERISTOMES?
You can make 100 words from the letters in PERISTOMES. The longest sub-words are 10 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of PERISTOMES?
The anagrams of PERISTOMES (words using the exact same letters) are: TEMPORISES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.