CALX
/kælks/
4-letter word · 13 Scrabble points · 15 Words With Friends points
Meaning of CALX
- The substance which remains after a metal or mineral has been thoroughly burnt, once seen as being the essential substance left after the expulsion of phlogiston, but now recognised as being the metallic oxide (or, in some cases, the metal in a state of sublimation).
- In the Eton College wall game, an area at the end of the field where a shy can be scored by lifting the ball against the wall with one's foot.
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About the word CALX
Is "CALX" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "CALX" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "CALX" worth?
In Scrabble, "CALX" is worth 13 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 15 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 39.
What does "CALX" mean?
The substance which remains after a metal or mineral has been thoroughly burnt, once seen as being the essential substance left after the expulsion of phlogiston, but now recognised as being the metallic oxide (or, in some cases, the metal in a state of sublimation).
Does "CALX" have any anagrams?
No, "CALX" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.