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STRANGLE

/ˈstɹæŋɡ(ə)l/

8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

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Definition of STRANGLE

noun

A trading strategy using options, constructed through taking equal positions in a put and a call with different strike prices, such that there is a payoff if the underlying asset's value moves beyond the range of the two strike prices.

verb

To kill someone by squeezing the throat so as to cut off the oxygen supply; to choke, suffocate or throttle.

"He strangled his wife and dissolved the body in acid."

verb

To stifle or suppress.

"She strangled a scream."

verb

To be killed by strangulation, or become strangled.

"The cat slipped from the branch and strangled on its bell-collar."

Examples of STRANGLE in a Sentence

  • "He strangled his wife and dissolved the body in acid."
  • "She strangled a scream."
  • "The cat slipped from the branch and strangled on its bell-collar."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
12
points

Is STRANGLE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: STRANGLE uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for STRANGLE

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

Letter strangle Total
Scrabble 11111211 9
WWF 11112321 12

Anagrams of STRANGLE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in STRANGLE

100 words from the letters in STRANGLE

How to Use STRANGLE in Word Games

STRANGLE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble STRANGLE to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About STRANGLE

What does STRANGLE mean?
STRANGLE is a noun. A trading strategy using options, constructed through taking equal positions in a put and a call with different strike prices, such that there is a payoff if the underlying asset's value moves beyond the range of the two strike prices.
Is STRANGLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, STRANGLE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is STRANGLE worth in Scrabble?
STRANGLE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from STRANGLE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in STRANGLE. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of STRANGLE?
The anagrams of STRANGLE (words using the exact same letters) are: TANGLERS, TRANGLES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.