GERBIL

/ˈdʒɜːbl̩/

6-letter word · 9 Scrabble points · 12 Words With Friends points

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Meaning of GERBIL

noun
  1. One of several species of small, jumping, murine rodents, of the genus Gerbillus and certain other genera in subfamily Gerbillinae, with leaping powers resembling the jerboa, native to Africa, India, and Southern Europe.
verb
  1. To rotate inside a monowheel or similar apparatus due to sudden acceleration or braking.
  2. To insert a small animal into one's rectum (a sexual practice in urban myth).
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About the word GERBIL

Is "GERBIL" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "GERBIL" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "GERBIL" worth?

In Scrabble, "GERBIL" is worth 9 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 12 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 27.

What does "GERBIL" mean?

One of several species of small, jumping, murine rodents, of the genus Gerbillus and certain other genera in subfamily Gerbillinae, with leaping powers resembling the jerboa, native to Africa, India, and Southern Europe.

Does "GERBIL" have any anagrams?

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