WINTER
/ˈwɪntɚ/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of WINTER
Traditionally the fourth of the four seasons, typically regarded as being from December 23 to March 20 in continental regions of the Northern Hemisphere or the months of June, July and August in the Southern Hemisphere. It is the time when the sun is lowest in the sky, resulting in short days, and the time of year with the lowest atmospheric temperatures for the region.
The period of decay, old age, death, or the like.
Someone with dark skin, eyes and hair, seen as best suited to certain colors of clothing.
To spend the winter (in a particular place).
"When they retired, they hoped to winter in Florida."
To store something (for instance animals) somewhere over winter to protect it from cold.
Examples of WINTER in a Sentence
- "When they retired, they hoped to winter in Florida."
Word Details
Is WINTER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, WINTER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: WINTER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for WINTER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | w | i | n | t | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in WINTER
61 words from the letters in WINTER
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How to Use WINTER in Word Games
WINTER 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, WINTER 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 WINTER to find 61 additional valid words.