UMBO
4-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 11 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of UMBO
noun
- A boss, or rounded elevation, or a corresponding depression, in a palate, disk, or membrane. For example the umbo in the integument of the larvæ of echinoderms or in the tympanic membrane of the ear.
- One of the lateral prominences just above the hinge of a bivalve shell.
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About the word UMBO
Is "UMBO" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "UMBO" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "UMBO" worth?
In Scrabble, "UMBO" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 11 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "UMBO" mean?
A boss, or rounded elevation, or a corresponding depression, in a palate, disk, or membrane. For example the umbo in the integument of the larvæ of echinoderms or in the tympanic membrane of the ear.
Does "UMBO" have any anagrams?
No, "UMBO" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.