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PEROXISOME

10 letters · 4 syllables · noun

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Definition of PEROXISOME

noun

An intracellular organelle found in all eukaryotes (except Archezoa) which is the source of the enzymes that catalyze the production and breakdown hydrogen peroxide, and are responsible for the oxidation of long-chain fatty acids.

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Word Details

Letters
10
Syllables
4
Scrabble
21
points
WWF
23
points

Is PEROXISOME a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 21 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 21 pts Words With Friends — 23 pts

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

Letter Values for PEROXISOME

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

Letter peroxisome Total
Scrabble 3111811131 21
WWF 4111811141 23

Words You Can Make With the Letters in PEROXISOME

100 words from the letters in PEROXISOME

How to Use PEROXISOME in Word Games

PEROXISOME is worth 21 points in Scrabble and 23 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About PEROXISOME

What does PEROXISOME mean?
PEROXISOME is a noun. An intracellular organelle found in all eukaryotes (except Archezoa) which is the source of the enzymes that catalyze the production and breakdown hydrogen peroxide, and are responsible for the oxidation of long-chain fatty acids.
Is PEROXISOME a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PEROXISOME is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 21 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PEROXISOME worth in Scrabble?
PEROXISOME is worth 21 points in Scrabble and 23 points in Words With Friends. It is a 10-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from PEROXISOME?
You can make 100 words from the letters in PEROXISOME. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of PEROXISOME?
Synonyms of PEROXISOME include: microbody. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.