ANGLE
/ˈæŋ.ɡəl/
5-letter word · 6 Scrabble points · 9 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of ANGLE
noun
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A figure formed by two rays which start from a common point (a plane angle) or by three planes that intersect (a solid angle).
"the angle between lines A and B"
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The measure of such a figure. In the case of a plane angle, this is the ratio (or proportional to the ratio) of the arc length to the radius of a section of a circle cut by the two rays, centered at their common point. In the case of a solid angle, this is the ratio of the surface area to the square of the radius of the section of a sphere.
"The angle between lines A and B is π/4 radians, or 45 degrees."
verb
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(often in the passive) To place (something) at an angle.
"The roof is angled at 15 degrees."
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To change direction rapidly.
"The five ball angled off the nine ball but failed to reach the pocket."
noun
- A fishhook; tackle for catching fish, consisting of a line, hook, and bait, with or without a rod.
verb
- To try to catch fish with a hook and line.
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(with for) To attempt to subtly persuade someone to offer a desired thing.
"He must be angling for a pay rise."
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Anagrams of ANGLE
angel6
glean6
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About the word ANGLE
Is "ANGLE" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "ANGLE" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "ANGLE" worth?
In Scrabble, "ANGLE" is worth 6 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 18.
What does "ANGLE" mean?
A figure formed by two rays which start from a common point (a plane angle) or by three planes that intersect (a solid angle).
What are the anagrams of "ANGLE"?
2 anagrams can be formed using the same letters as ANGLE: ANGEL, GLEAN.