BILGES

6-letter word · 9 Scrabble points · 12 Words With Friends points

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Meaning of BILGES

noun
  1. The rounded portion of a ship's hull, forming a transition between the bottom and the sides.
  2. The lowest inner part of a ship's hull, where water accumulates.
verb
  1. To spring a leak in the bilge.
  2. To bulge or swell.
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About the word BILGES

Is "BILGES" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "BILGES" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "BILGES" worth?

In Scrabble, "BILGES" is worth 9 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 12 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 27.

What does "BILGES" mean?

The rounded portion of a ship's hull, forming a transition between the bottom and the sides.

Does "BILGES" have any anagrams?

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