GILLS

/ɡɪlz/

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

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Meaning of GILLS

noun
  1. (animal anatomy) a breathing organ of fish and other aquatic animals
  2. (of a fish) a gill slit or gill cover
    "Gill nets are designed to catch a fish by the gills."
verb
  1. To remove the gills from a fish as part of gutting and cleaning it
  2. To catch (a fish) in a gillnet
noun
  1. A drink measure for spirits and wine (size varies regionally but it is about one quarter of a pint)
  2. A measuring jug holding a quarter or half a pint
noun
  1. Rivulet
  2. Ravine
noun
  1. A two-wheeled frame for transporting timber
noun
  1. A leech
noun
  1. A female ferret
  2. A promiscuous woman; harlot, wanton
verb
  1. To act as a prostitute.
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About the word GILLS

Is "GILLS" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "GILLS" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "GILLS" worth?

In Scrabble, "GILLS" is worth 6 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 18.

What does "GILLS" mean?

(animal anatomy) a breathing organ of fish and other aquatic animals

Does "GILLS" have any anagrams?

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