SKINK
/skɪŋk/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SKINK
A shin of beef.
"lean sirloin, skink and pot-roast"
A soup or pottage made from a boiled shin of beef.
(by extension) Usually preceded by a descriptive word: a soup or pottage made using other ingredients.
"Cullen skink"
A lizard of the family Scincidae, having small or reduced limbs or none at all and long tails that are regenerated when shed.
A drink.
To serve (a drink).
To give as a present.
Examples of SKINK in a Sentence
- "lean sirloin, skink and pot-roast"
- "Cullen skink"
Word Details
Is SKINK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SKINK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SKINK uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SKINK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | k | i | n | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 13 |
| WWF | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SKINK
18 words from the letters in SKINK
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use SKINK in Word Games
SKINK is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SKINK 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 SKINK to find 18 additional valid words.