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RUNAROUND

9 letters · 3 syllables · noun

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Definition of RUNAROUND

noun

An evasive explanation in the form of multiple excuses.

"I called them to find out what had happened to my parcel, but all I got was a runaround."

noun

A detour or route that bypasses an obstacle.

noun

A section of type that is narrower than that of the column it is part of; typically next to an illustration.

Examples of RUNAROUND in a Sentence

  • "I called them to find out what had happened to my parcel, but all I got was a runaround."

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
14
points

Is RUNAROUND a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Tip: RUNAROUND uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for RUNAROUND

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

Letter runaround Total
Scrabble 111111112 10
WWF 122111222 14

Words You Can Make With the Letters in RUNAROUND

92 words from the letters in RUNAROUND

How to Use RUNAROUND in Word Games

RUNAROUND is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RUNAROUND to find 92 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About RUNAROUND

What does RUNAROUND mean?
RUNAROUND is a noun. An evasive explanation in the form of multiple excuses.
Is RUNAROUND a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, RUNAROUND is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is RUNAROUND worth in Scrabble?
RUNAROUND is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from RUNAROUND?
You can make 92 words from the letters in RUNAROUND. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.