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SURGERY

/ˈsɜːdʒəɹi/

7 letters · 3 syllables · noun

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R 1/1
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Definition of SURGERY

noun

A procedure involving major incisions to remove, repair, or replace a part of a body.

"Many times surgery is necessary to prevent cancer from spreading."

noun

The medical specialty related to the performance of surgical procedures.

noun

A room or department where surgery is performed.

Synonyms of SURGERY

Words with similar meaning

Examples of SURGERY in a Sentence

  • "Many times surgery is necessary to prevent cancer from spreading."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
3
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
12
points

Is SURGERY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of SURGERY earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 61 points total.

Letter Values for SURGERY

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

Letter surgery Total
Scrabble 1112114 11
WWF 1213113 12

How to Use SURGERY in Word Games

SURGERY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since SURGERY uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 61 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SURGERY to find 78 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SURGERY

What does SURGERY mean?
SURGERY is a noun. A procedure involving major incisions to remove, repair, or replace a part of a body.
Is SURGERY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SURGERY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SURGERY worth in Scrabble?
SURGERY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from SURGERY?
You can make 78 words from the letters in SURGERY. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of SURGERY?
Synonyms of SURGERY include: office, operation, operating room, operating theatre, theatre. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.