OXBOW
/ˈɒksbəʊ/
5-letter word · 17 Scrabble points · 18 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of OXBOW
noun
- A U-shaped piece of wood used as a collar for an ox, the upper parts fastened to its yoke
- A meander in a river; the land enclosed by such a loop
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About the word OXBOW
Is "OXBOW" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "OXBOW" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 17 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "OXBOW" worth?
In Scrabble, "OXBOW" is worth 17 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 18 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 51.
What does "OXBOW" mean?
A U-shaped piece of wood used as a collar for an ox, the upper parts fastened to its yoke
Does "OXBOW" have any anagrams?
No, "OXBOW" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.