SPIKE
/spaɪk/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SPIKE
In a violin-family instrument, the carved wooden plug which sits in the bottom block of the instrument.
The spike of a cello or double bass that makes contact with the floor and supports the weight of the instrument.
A sort of very large nail.
A piece of pointed metal etc. set with points upward or outward.
"The trap was lined with spikes."
Anything resembling such a nail in shape.
To fasten with spikes, or long, large nails.
"to spike down planks"
To set or furnish with spikes.
To embed nails into (a tree) so that any attempt to cut it down will damage equipment or injure people.
Examples of SPIKE in a Sentence
- "The trap was lined with spikes."
- "to spike down planks"
Word Details
Is SPIKE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SPIKE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SPIKE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SPIKE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | p | i | k | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 12 |
Anagrams of SPIKE
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SPIKE
34 words from the letters in SPIKE
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SPIKE in Word Games
SPIKE is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SPIKE 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 SPIKE to find 34 additional valid words.