SPLINTER
/ˈsplɪntə(ɹ)/
8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of SPLINTER
A long, sharp fragment of material, often wood.
A group that formed by splitting off from a larger membership.
A double-jump bid which indicates shortage in the bid suit.
To come apart into long sharp fragments.
"The tall tree splintered during the storm."
To cause to break apart into long sharp fragments.
"His third kick splintered the door."
(of a group) To break, or cause to break, into factions.
"The government splintered when the coalition members could not agree."
Examples of SPLINTER in a Sentence
- "The tall tree splintered during the storm."
- "His third kick splintered the door."
- "The government splintered when the coalition members could not agree."
Word Details
Is SPLINTER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SPLINTER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SPLINTER uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SPLINTER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | p | l | i | n | t | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SPLINTER
100 words from the letters in SPLINTER
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How to Use SPLINTER in Word Games
SPLINTER is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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