OBELI
/ˈɒbɪlaɪ/
5-letter word · 7 Scrabble points · 9 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of OBELI
noun
- A symbol resembling a horizontal line (–), sometimes together with one or two dots (for example, ⨪ or ÷), which was used in ancient manuscripts and texts to mark a word or passage as doubtful or spurious, or redundant; an obelisk.
- A dagger symbol (†), which is used in printed matter as a reference mark to refer the reader to a footnote, marginal note, etc.; beside a person's name to indicate that the person is deceased; or beside a date to indicate that it is a person's death date; an obelisk.
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About the word OBELI
Is "OBELI" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "OBELI" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "OBELI" worth?
In Scrabble, "OBELI" is worth 7 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 21.
What does "OBELI" mean?
A symbol resembling a horizontal line (–), sometimes together with one or two dots (for example, ⨪ or ÷), which was used in ancient manuscripts and texts to mark a word or passage as doubtful or spurious, or redundant; an obelisk.
Does "OBELI" have any anagrams?
No, "OBELI" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.