HOIST
/hɔɪst/
5-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 7 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of HOIST
noun
- A hoisting device, such as pulley or crane.
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The act of hoisting; a lift.
"Give me a hoist over that wall."
verb
- To raise; to lift; to elevate (especially, to raise or lift to a desired elevation, by means of tackle or pulley, said of a sail, a flag, a heavy package or weight).
- To lift a trophy or similar prize into the air in celebration of a victory.
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About the word HOIST
Is "HOIST" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "HOIST" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "HOIST" worth?
In Scrabble, "HOIST" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 7 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "HOIST" mean?
A hoisting device, such as pulley or crane.
Does "HOIST" have any anagrams?
No, "HOIST" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.