PARRY

/ˈpæɹi/

5-letter word · 10 Scrabble points · 10 Words With Friends points

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Meaning of PARRY

noun
  1. A defensive or deflective action; an act of parrying.
  2. A simple defensive action designed to deflect an attack, performed with the forte of the blade.
verb
  1. To avoid, deflect, or ward off (an attack, a blow, an argument, etc.).
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About the word PARRY

Is "PARRY" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "PARRY" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "PARRY" worth?

In Scrabble, "PARRY" is worth 10 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 10 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 30.

What does "PARRY" mean?

A defensive or deflective action; an act of parrying.

Does "PARRY" have any anagrams?

No, "PARRY" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.