QUARRY
/ˈkwɒɹi/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of QUARRY
A site for mining stone, limestone, or slate.
"Michelangelo personally quarried marble from the world-famous quarry at Carrara."
To obtain (or mine) stone by extraction from a quarry.
To extract or slowly obtain by long, tedious searching.
"They quarried out new, interesting facts about ancient Egypt from old papyri."
A part of the entrails of a hunted animal, given to the hounds as a reward.
An animal, often a bird or mammal, which is hunted.
An object of search or pursuit.
To secure prey; to prey, as a vulture or harpy.
A diamond-shaped tile or pane, often of glass or stone.
Examples of QUARRY in a Sentence
- "Michelangelo personally quarried marble from the world-famous quarry at Carrara."
- "They quarried out new, interesting facts about ancient Egypt from old papyri."
Word Details
Is QUARRY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, QUARRY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: QUARRY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for QUARRY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | q | u | a | r | r | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 10 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 18 |
| WWF | 10 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in QUARRY
13 words from the letters in QUARRY
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use QUARRY in Word Games
QUARRY is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, QUARRY 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 QUARRY to find 13 additional valid words.