TWINES
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of TWINES
(obsolete outside Scotland) To separate, divide.
(obsolete outside Scotland) To split, part; to go away, depart.
(usually in the passive) To join, unite; to form links between (now especially of two places in different countries).
"Coventry twinned with Dresden as an act of peace and reconciliation, both cities having been heavily bombed during the war."
A twist; a convolution.
A strong thread composed of two or three smaller threads or strands twisted together, and used for various purposes, as for binding small parcels, making nets, and the like; a small cord or string.
The act of twining or winding round.
To weave together.
To wind, as one thread around another, or as any flexible substance around another body.
Examples of TWINES in a Sentence
- "Coventry twinned with Dresden as an act of peace and reconciliation, both cities having been heavily bombed during the war."
Word Details
Is TWINES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, TWINES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: TWINES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for TWINES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | w | i | n | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in TWINES
84 words from the letters in TWINES
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How to Use TWINES in Word Games
TWINES is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, TWINES 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 TWINES to find 84 additional valid words.