BASIL
/ˈbæz.əl/
5-letter word · 7 Scrabble points · 9 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of BASIL
noun
- A plant (Ocimum basilicum).
- The leaves of this plant used as a herb.
noun
- The angle to which a joiner's tool is ground away.
verb
- To grind the edge of a tool to an acute angle.
noun
- The skin of a sheep tanned with bark.
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Anagrams of BASIL
bails7
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About the word BASIL
Is "BASIL" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "BASIL" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "BASIL" worth?
In Scrabble, "BASIL" is worth 7 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 21.
What does "BASIL" mean?
A plant (Ocimum basilicum).
What are the anagrams of "BASIL"?
1 anagram can be formed using the same letters as BASIL: BAILS.