ABATIS
/ˈæb.əˌtiː/
6-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 9 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of ABATIS
noun
- A means of defense formed by felled trees, or sometimes by bent trees, the ends of whose branches are sharpened and directed outwards, or against the enemy, and more recently fortified with barbed wire.
- In the middle ages, an officer of the stables who had the care of measuring out the provender; an avenor.
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About the word ABATIS
Is "ABATIS" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "ABATIS" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "ABATIS" worth?
In Scrabble, "ABATIS" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "ABATIS" mean?
A means of defense formed by felled trees, or sometimes by bent trees, the ends of whose branches are sharpened and directed outwards, or against the enemy, and more recently fortified with barbed wire.
Does "ABATIS" have any anagrams?
No, "ABATIS" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.