BARREL
/ˈbæɹəl/
6-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 10 Words With Friends points
Meaning of BARREL
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A round vessel or cask, of greater length than breadth, and bulging in the middle, made of staves bound with hoops, and having flat ends or heads. Sometimes applied to a similar cylindrical container made of metal, usually called a drum.
"a cracker barrel"
- The quantity which constitutes a full barrel: the volume or weight this represents varies by local law and custom.
- To put or to pack in a barrel or barrels.
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To move quickly or in an uncontrolled manner.
"He came barrelling around the corner and I almost hit him."
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About the word BARREL
Is "BARREL" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "BARREL" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "BARREL" worth?
In Scrabble, "BARREL" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 10 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "BARREL" mean?
A round vessel or cask, of greater length than breadth, and bulging in the middle, made of staves bound with hoops, and having flat ends or heads. Sometimes applied to a similar cylindrical container made of metal, usually called a drum.
Does "BARREL" have any anagrams?
No, "BARREL" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.