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TORCHES

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

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Definition of TORCHES

noun

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."

noun

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."

noun

An arsonist.

verb

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."

Synonyms of TORCHES

Words with similar meaning

Examples of TORCHES 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

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
12
points

Is TORCHES a Scrabble Word?

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

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

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of TORCHES earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 62 points total.

Letter Values for TORCHES

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

Letter torches Total
Scrabble 1113411 12
WWF 1114311 12

Anagrams of TORCHES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 7 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in TORCHES

100 words from the letters in TORCHES

How to Use TORCHES in Word Games

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

Bingo potential: Since TORCHES uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 62 points.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About TORCHES

What does TORCHES mean?
TORCHES is a noun. 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.
Is TORCHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TORCHES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TORCHES worth in Scrabble?
TORCHES is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from TORCHES?
You can make 100 words from the letters in TORCHES. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of TORCHES?
Synonyms of TORCHES include: flashlight, brand, ablaze, burn, firebomb, ignite. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of TORCHES?
The anagrams of TORCHES (words using the exact same letters) are: HECTORS, ROCHETS, ROTCHES, TOCHERS, TROCHES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.