Word: FELLS
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of FELLS
- A cutting-down of timber.
- The stitching down of a fold of cloth; specifically, the portion of a kilt, from the waist to the seat, where the pleats are stitched down.
- The end of a web, formed by the last thread of the weft.
- To make something fall; especially to chop down a tree.
- To strike down, kill, destroy.
- To stitch down a protruding flap of fabric, as a seam allowance, or pleat.
- An animal skin, hide, pelt.
- Human skin (now only as a metaphorical use of previous sense).
- (obsolete outside Britain) A rocky ridge or chain of mountains.
- (obsolete outside Britain) A wild field or upland moor.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "fells", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "fells" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FELLS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is FELLS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in FELLS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing FELLS:
- # the fells effect
- # master of fells
- # playing with fells
- # in terms of fells
Anagrams
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Hook Words
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Sub-words
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Same Length Words (5 Letters)
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Words Starting with F
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