REUSE
/ɹiːˈjuːs/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of REUSE
The act of salvaging or in some manner restoring a discarded item to yield something usable.
The act of using again, or in another place.
"Code reuse can save programmers a lot of typing."
To use again something that is considered past its usefulness (usually for something else).
"The students reused empty plastic bottles in their science experiment."
To use again, or in another place.
Examples of REUSE in a Sentence
- "Code reuse can save programmers a lot of typing."
- "The students reused empty plastic bottles in their science experiment."
Word Details
Is REUSE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, REUSE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: REUSE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for REUSE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | u | s | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in REUSE
27 words from the letters in REUSE
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use REUSE in Word Games
REUSE is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, REUSE 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 REUSE to find 27 additional valid words.