PLANK
/plæŋk/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of PLANK
A long, broad and thick piece of timber, as opposed to a board which is less thick.
A political issue that is of concern to a faction or a party of the people and the political position that is taken on that issue.
"Germanization was a central plank of German conservative thinking in the 19th and 20th centuries."
Physical exercise in which one holds a pushup position for a measured length of time.
To cover something with planking.
"to plank a floor or a ship"
To bake (fish, etc.) on a piece of cedar lumber.
To lay down, as on a plank or table; to stake or pay cash.
"to plank money in a wager"
Examples of PLANK in a Sentence
- "Germanization was a central plank of German conservative thinking in the 19th and 20th centuries."
- "to plank a floor or a ship"
- "to plank money in a wager"
Word Details
Is PLANK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PLANK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PLANK uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PLANK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | l | a | n | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PLANK
16 words from the letters in PLANK
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use PLANK in Word Games
PLANK is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, PLANK is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PLANK to find 16 additional valid words.