STAYS
/steɪz/
5-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 7 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of STAYS
noun
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Continuance or a period of time spent in a place; abode for an indefinite time; sojourn.
"I hope you enjoyed your stay in Hawaii."
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A postponement, especially of an execution or other punishment.
"The governor granted a stay of execution."
verb
- To prop; support; sustain; hold up; steady.
- To support from sinking; to sustain with strength; to satisfy in part or for the time.
noun
- A prop; a support.
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A piece of stiff material, such as plastic or whalebone, used to stiffen a piece of clothing.
"Where are the stays for my collar?"
noun
- A strong rope or wire supporting a mast, and leading from one masthead down to some other, or other part of the vessel.
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A guy, rope, or wire supporting or stabilizing a platform, such as a bridge, a pole, such as a tentpole, the mast of a derrick, or other structural element.
"The engineer insisted on using stays for the scaffolding."
verb
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To brace or support with a stay or stays
"stay a mast"
- To incline forward, aft, or to one side by means of stays.
noun
- A corset.
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Anagrams of STAYS
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About the word STAYS
Is "STAYS" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "STAYS" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "STAYS" worth?
In Scrabble, "STAYS" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 7 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "STAYS" mean?
Continuance or a period of time spent in a place; abode for an indefinite time; sojourn.
What are the anagrams of "STAYS"?
1 anagram can be formed using the same letters as STAYS: SAYST.