TORCH
/tɔːtʃ/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of TORCH
A stick with a flame on one end, used chiefly as a light source; a similarly shaped implement with a replaceable supply of flammable material.
"The mob of angry villagers carried torches and pitchforks to the vampire's castle."
A portable light source powered by electricity; a flashlight.
"Ernst slipped and dropped his torch on the flagstones, shattering the bulb and plunging us into darkness."
An arsonist.
To set fire to, especially by use of a torch (flaming stick).
"Some hoodlums had torched a derelict automobile, which emitted a ghastly pall of thick, black smoke that filled the street."
Examples of TORCH in a Sentence
- "The mob of angry villagers carried torches and pitchforks to the vampire's castle."
- "Ernst slipped and dropped his torch on the flagstones, shattering the bulb and plunging us into darkness."
- "Some hoodlums had torched a derelict automobile, which emitted a ghastly pall of thick, black smoke that filled the street."
Word Details
Is TORCH a Scrabble Word?
Yes, TORCH is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: TORCH uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for TORCH
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | o | r | c | h | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in TORCH
22 words from the letters in TORCH
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use TORCH in Word Games
TORCH is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TORCH 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 TORCH to find 22 additional valid words.