UNARY
/ˈjuːnəɹi/
5 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of UNARY
The unary numeral system; the bijective base-1 numeral system.
Unary coding, an entropy encoding for natural numbers.
Consisting of or involving a single element or component.
(computer engineering) Of an operation, function, procedure or logic gate, taking exactly one operand, argument, parameter or input; having domain of dimension 1.
"Negation is a unary operation."
Examples of UNARY in a Sentence
- "Negation is a unary operation."
Word Details
Is UNARY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, UNARY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: UNARY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for UNARY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | u | n | a | r | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8 |
| WWF | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in UNARY
27 words from the letters in UNARY
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use UNARY in Word Games
UNARY is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, UNARY 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 UNARY to find 27 additional valid words.