RIB
/ɹɪb/
3-letter word · 5 Scrabble points · 6 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of RIB
noun
- Any of a series of long curved bones occurring in 12 pairs in humans and other animals and extending from the spine to or toward the sternum
- A part or piece, similar to a rib, and serving to shape or support something
verb
- To shape, support, or provide something with a rib or ribs.
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To tease or make fun of someone in a good-natured way.
"He always gets ribbed for his outrageous shirts."
noun
- Hound's-tongue (Cynoglossum officinale).
- Costmary (Tanacetum balsamita).
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About the word RIB
Is "RIB" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "RIB" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "RIB" worth?
In Scrabble, "RIB" is worth 5 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 6 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 15.
What does "RIB" mean?
Any of a series of long curved bones occurring in 12 pairs in humans and other animals and extending from the spine to or toward the sternum
Does "RIB" have any anagrams?
No, "RIB" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.