SPIKES
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of SPIKES
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 SPIKES in a Sentence
- "The trap was lined with spikes."
- "to spike down planks"
Word Details
Is SPIKES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SPIKES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SPIKES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SPIKES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | p | i | k | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SPIKES
53 words from the letters in SPIKES
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4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SPIKES in Word Games
SPIKES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SPIKES 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 SPIKES to find 53 additional valid words.