UVULA

/ˈjuːv.jʊ.lə/

5-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 12 Words With Friends points

U 1
V 4
U 1
L 1
A 1

Meaning of UVULA

noun
  1. The fleshy appendage that hangs from the back of the palate, that closes the nasopharynx during swallowing.
  2. The slight elevation in the mucous membrane immediately behind the internal urethral orifice of the urinary bladder, caused by the middle lobe of the prostate.
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About the word UVULA

Is "UVULA" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "UVULA" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "UVULA" worth?

In Scrabble, "UVULA" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 12 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.

What does "UVULA" mean?

The fleshy appendage that hangs from the back of the palate, that closes the nasopharynx during swallowing.

Does "UVULA" have any anagrams?

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