CHAFF
/tʃæf/
5-letter word · 16 Scrabble points · 16 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of CHAFF
noun
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The inedible parts of a grain-producing plant.
"To separate out the chaff, early cultures tossed baskets of grain into the air and let the wind blow away the lighter chaff."
- Straw or hay cut up fine for the food of cattle.
verb
- To use light, idle language by way of fun or ridicule; to banter.
- To make fun of; to turn into ridicule by addressing in ironical or bantering language; to quiz.
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About the word CHAFF
Is "CHAFF" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "CHAFF" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 16 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "CHAFF" worth?
In Scrabble, "CHAFF" is worth 16 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 16 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 48.
What does "CHAFF" mean?
The inedible parts of a grain-producing plant.
Does "CHAFF" have any anagrams?
No, "CHAFF" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.