VESTRY
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of VESTRY
A room in a church where the clergy put on their vestments and where these are stored; also used for meetings and classes; a sacristy.
"The choirboys change into their cassocks in the vestry."
A committee of parishioners elected to administer the temporal affairs of a parish.
"The vestry meets on the first Tuesday of every month."
An assembly of persons who manage parochial affairs; so called because usually held in a vestry.
Examples of VESTRY in a Sentence
- "The choirboys change into their cassocks in the vestry."
- "The vestry meets on the first Tuesday of every month."
Word Details
Is VESTRY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, VESTRY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: VESTRY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for VESTRY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | v | e | s | t | r | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 12 |
| WWF | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in VESTRY
52 words from the letters in VESTRY
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How to Use VESTRY in Word Games
VESTRY is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, VESTRY 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 VESTRY to find 52 additional valid words.