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FRETS

/fɹɛts/

5-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 8 Words With Friends points

F 4
R 1
E 1
T 1
S 1

Meaning of FRETS

noun
  1. Agitation of the surface of a fluid by fermentation or some other cause; a rippling on the surface of water.
  2. Agitation of the mind marked by complaint and impatience; disturbance of temper; irritation.
    "He keeps his mind in a continual fret."
verb
  1. Especially when describing animals: to consume, devour, or eat.
  2. To chafe or irritate; to worry.
noun
  1. An ornamental pattern consisting of repeated vertical and horizontal lines, often in relief.
  2. A saltire interlaced with a mascle.
verb
  1. To decorate or ornament, especially with an interlaced or interwoven pattern, or with carving or relief (raised) work.
  2. To form a pattern on; to variegate.
noun
  1. A ferrule, a ring.
  2. One of the pieces of metal, plastic or wood across the neck of a guitar or other string instrument that marks where a finger should be positioned to depress a string as it is played.
verb
  1. To bind, to tie, originally with a loop or ring.
  2. Musical senses.
noun
  1. A channel, a strait; a fretum.
noun
  1. A channel or passage created by the sea.
noun
  1. A fog or mist at sea, or coming inland from the sea.
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About the word FRETS

Is "FRETS" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "FRETS" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "FRETS" worth?

In Scrabble, "FRETS" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 8 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.

What does "FRETS" mean?

Agitation of the surface of a fluid by fermentation or some other cause; a rippling on the surface of water.

Does "FRETS" have any anagrams?

No, "FRETS" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.