JESS
/dʒɛs/
4-letter word · 11 Scrabble points · 13 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of JESS
noun
- A short strap fastened around the leg of a bird used in falconry, to which a leash may be fastened.
verb
- To fasten a strap around the leg of a hawk.
noun
- A collimated stream, spurt or flow of liquid or gas from a pressurized container, an engine, etc.
- A spout or nozzle for creating a jet of fluid.
noun
- A hard, black form of coal, sometimes used in jewellery.
- (color) The colour of jet coal, deep grey.
adverb
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Only, simply, merely.
"He calls it vermilion, but it's just red to me."
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(sentence adverb) Used to reduce the force of an imperative; simply.
"Just follow the directions on the box."
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About the word JESS
Is "JESS" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "JESS" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 11 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "JESS" worth?
In Scrabble, "JESS" is worth 11 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 13 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 33.
What does "JESS" mean?
A short strap fastened around the leg of a bird used in falconry, to which a leash may be fastened.
Does "JESS" have any anagrams?
No, "JESS" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.