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RECEPTACLE

/ɹɪˈsɛp.tə.kl̩/

10 letters · 4 syllables · noun

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Definition of RECEPTACLE

noun

A container.

noun

The part of the flower stalk (peduncle or pedicel) to which the floral parts are attached; a thalamus, a torus.

noun

A structure at the end of a branch of an alga containing conceptacles (reproductive organs).

Synonyms of RECEPTACLE

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Word Details

Letters
10
Syllables
4
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
20
points

Is RECEPTACLE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

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

Letter Values for RECEPTACLE

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

Letter receptacle Total
Scrabble 1131311311 16
WWF 1141411421 20

Words You Can Make With the Letters in RECEPTACLE

100 words from the letters in RECEPTACLE

How to Use RECEPTACLE in Word Games

RECEPTACLE is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About RECEPTACLE

What does RECEPTACLE mean?
RECEPTACLE is a noun. A container.
Is RECEPTACLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RECEPTACLE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RECEPTACLE worth in Scrabble?
RECEPTACLE is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 10-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from RECEPTACLE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in RECEPTACLE. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of RECEPTACLE?
Synonyms of RECEPTACLE include: thalamus, torus. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.