PEROXISOME
10 letters · 4 syllables · noun
Definition of PEROXISOME
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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Is PEROXISOME a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PEROXISOME is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | p | e | r | o | x | i | s | o | m | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 21 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 23 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PEROXISOME
100 words from the letters in PEROXISOME
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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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