TORTOISE
/ˈtɔː.təs/
8 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of TORTOISE
Any of various land-dwelling reptiles, of the family Testudinidae or the order Testudines , whose body is enclosed in a shell (carapace plus plastron). The animal can withdraw its head and four legs partially into the shell, providing some protection from predators.
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Is TORTOISE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, TORTOISE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: TORTOISE uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for TORTOISE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | o | r | t | o | i | s | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in TORTOISE
100 words from the letters in TORTOISE
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How to Use TORTOISE in Word Games
TORTOISE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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