BALK
/bɔːk/
4-letter word · 10 Scrabble points · 12 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of BALK
noun
- An uncultivated ridge formed in the open field system, caused by the action of ploughing.
- The wall of earth at the edge of an excavation.
verb
- To pass over or by.
- To omit, miss or overlook by chance.
verb
- To indicate to fishermen, by shouts or signals from shore, the direction taken by the shoals of herring.
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About the word BALK
Is "BALK" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "BALK" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "BALK" worth?
In Scrabble, "BALK" is worth 10 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 12 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 30.
What does "BALK" mean?
An uncultivated ridge formed in the open field system, caused by the action of ploughing.
Does "BALK" have any anagrams?
No, "BALK" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.