ABBESS
/ˈæb.ɛs/
6-letter word · 10 Scrabble points · 12 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of ABBESS
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A female superior or governess of a nunnery, or convent of nuns, having the same authority over the nuns which the abbots have over the monks.
"The abbess was always after the nuns to keep the convent immaculately clean."
- (British slang) A woman who runs a brothel; a woman employed by a prostitute to find clients.
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About the word ABBESS
Is "ABBESS" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "ABBESS" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "ABBESS" worth?
In Scrabble, "ABBESS" is worth 10 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 12 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 30.
What does "ABBESS" mean?
A female superior or governess of a nunnery, or convent of nuns, having the same authority over the nuns which the abbots have over the monks.
Does "ABBESS" have any anagrams?
No, "ABBESS" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.