STING
/stɪŋ/
5-letter word · 6 Scrabble points · 8 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of STING
noun
- A bump left on the skin after having been stung.
- A bite by an insect.
verb
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To hurt, usually by introducing poison or a sharp point, or both.
"Right so came out an adder of a little heathbush, and it stung a knight in the foot."
- (of an insect) To bite.
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Anagrams of STING
tings6
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About the word STING
Is "STING" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "STING" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "STING" worth?
In Scrabble, "STING" is worth 6 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 8 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 18.
What does "STING" mean?
A bump left on the skin after having been stung.
What are the anagrams of "STING"?
1 anagram can be formed using the same letters as STING: TINGS.