PLEAT
/pliːt/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of PLEAT
A fold in the fabric of a garment, usually a skirt, as a part of the design of the garment, with the purpose of adding controlled fullness and freedom of movement, or taking up excess fabric. There are many types of pleats, differing in their construction and appearance.
A fold in an organ, usually a longitudinal fold in a long leaf such as that of palmetto, lending it stiffness.
A plait.
To form one or more pleats in a piece of fabric or a garment.
To plait.
Word Details
Is PLEAT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PLEAT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PLEAT uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PLEAT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | l | e | a | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Anagrams of PLEAT
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PLEAT
58 words from the letters in PLEAT
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How to Use PLEAT in Word Games
PLEAT is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, PLEAT 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 PLEAT to find 58 additional valid words.