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BAIL

/beɪ̯l/

4-letter word · 6 Scrabble points · 8 Words With Friends points

B 3
A 1
I 1
L 1

Meaning of BAIL

noun
  1. Security, usually a sum of money, exchanged for the release of an arrested person as a guarantee of that person's appearance for trial.
  2. Release from imprisonment on payment of such money.
verb
  1. To secure the release of an arrested person by providing bail.
  2. To release a person under such guarantee.
verb
  1. To exit quickly.
    "With his engine in flames, the pilot had no choice but to bail."
  2. To fail to meet a commitment.
noun
  1. A hoop, ring or handle (especially of a kettle or bucket).
  2. A stall for a cow (or other animal) (usually tethered with a semi-circular hoop).
verb
  1. To secure the head of a cow during milking.
verb
  1. To confine.
  2. To secure (a cow) by placing its head in a bail for milking.
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About the word BAIL

Is "BAIL" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "BAIL" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "BAIL" worth?

In Scrabble, "BAIL" is worth 6 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 8 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 18.

What does "BAIL" mean?

Security, usually a sum of money, exchanged for the release of an arrested person as a guarantee of that person's appearance for trial.

Does "BAIL" have any anagrams?

No, "BAIL" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.