SUMACS
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of SUMACS
Any of various shrubs or small trees of the genus Rhus and other genera in Anacardiaceae, particularly the elm-leaved sumac, Sicilian sumac, or tanner's sumac (Rhus coriaria).
Dried and chopped-up leaves and stems of a plant of the genus Rhus, particularly the tanner's sumac (see sense 1), used for dyeing and tanning leather or for medicinal purposes.
A sour spice popular in the Eastern Mediterranean, made from the berries of tanner's sumac.
To apply a preparation of sumac to (an object), for example, to a piece of leather to tan it.
Word Details
Is SUMACS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SUMACS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SUMACS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SUMACS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | u | m | a | c | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SUMACS
42 words from the letters in SUMACS
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How to Use SUMACS in Word Games
SUMACS is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SUMACS 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 SUMACS to find 42 additional valid words.