LUFF
/lʌf/
4-letter word · 10 Scrabble points · 12 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of LUFF
noun
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The vertical edge of a sail that is closest to the direction of the wind.
"By easing the halyard, the luff of the sail was made to sag to leeward."
- The act of sailing a ship close to the wind.
verb
- (of a sail) To shake due to being trimmed improperly.
- (of a boat) To alter course to windward so that the sails luff. (Alternatively luff up)
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About the word LUFF
Is "LUFF" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "LUFF" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "LUFF" worth?
In Scrabble, "LUFF" is worth 10 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 12 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 30.
What does "LUFF" mean?
The vertical edge of a sail that is closest to the direction of the wind.
Does "LUFF" have any anagrams?
No, "LUFF" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.