DEFER
/dɪˈfɜː(ɹ)/
5-letter word · 9 Scrabble points · 9 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of DEFER
verb
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To delay or postpone
"We're going to defer the decision until we have all the facts."
- After winning the opening coin toss, to postpone until the start of the second half a team's choice of whether to kick off or receive (and to allow the opposing team to make this choice at the start of the first half).
verb
- To submit to the opinion or desire of another in respect to their judgment or authority.
- To render, to offer.
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Anagrams of DEFER
freed9
refed9
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About the word DEFER
Is "DEFER" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "DEFER" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "DEFER" worth?
In Scrabble, "DEFER" is worth 9 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 27.
What does "DEFER" mean?
To delay or postpone
What are the anagrams of "DEFER"?
2 anagrams can be formed using the same letters as DEFER: FREED, REFED.