DEFINE

/dɪˈfaɪn/

6-letter word · 10 Scrabble points · 11 Words With Friends points

D 2
E 1
F 4
I 1
N 1
E 1

Meaning of DEFINE

noun
  1. A kind of macro in source code that replaces one text string with another wherever it occurs.
verb
  1. To determine with precision; to mark out with distinctness; to ascertain or exhibit clearly.
    "the defining power of an optical instrument"
  2. To settle, decide (an argument etc.)
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About the word DEFINE

Is "DEFINE" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "DEFINE" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "DEFINE" worth?

In Scrabble, "DEFINE" is worth 10 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 11 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 30.

What does "DEFINE" mean?

A kind of macro in source code that replaces one text string with another wherever it occurs.

Does "DEFINE" have any anagrams?

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