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SHIMS

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

S 1/1
H 4/3
I 1/1
M 3/4
S 1/1

Definition of SHIMS

noun

A wedge.

noun

A thin piece of material, sometimes tapered, used for alignment or support.

noun

A small library that transparently intercepts and modifies calls to an API, usually for compatibility purposes.

verb

To fit one or more shims to a piece of machinery.

verb

To adjust something by using shims.

verb

To intercept and modify calls to (an API), usually for compatibility purposes.

noun

A person characterised by both male and female traits, or by ambiguous male-female traits, also called a he-she; transsexual.

noun

Hermaphrodite.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
10
points

Is SHIMS a Scrabble Word?

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

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

Tip: SHIMS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for SHIMS

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

Letter shims Total
Scrabble 14131 10
WWF 13141 10

How to Use SHIMS in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SHIMS 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 SHIMS to find 23 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHIMS

What does SHIMS mean?
SHIMS is a noun. A wedge.
Is SHIMS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHIMS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHIMS worth in Scrabble?
SHIMS is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SHIMS?
You can make 23 words from the letters in SHIMS. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.