ROAD
/ɹəʊd/
4-letter word · 5 Scrabble points · 5 Words With Friends points
Meaning of ROAD
- A way used for travelling between places, originally one wide enough to allow foot passengers and horses to travel, now (US) usually one surfaced with asphalt or concrete and designed to accommodate many vehicles travelling in both directions. In the UK both senses are heard: a country road is the same as a country lane.
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A road; or particularly a car, as a means of transportation.
"We travelled to the seaside by road."
- At the venue of the opposing team or competitor; on the road.
- (Slang) Having attributes, primarily masculine, suggesting a tendency towards minor crime. Usually used by youths endearingly; glorifying crime.
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About the word ROAD
Is "ROAD" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "ROAD" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 5 points in Scrabble and 5 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "ROAD" worth?
In Scrabble, "ROAD" is worth 5 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 5 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 15.
What does "ROAD" mean?
A way used for travelling between places, originally one wide enough to allow foot passengers and horses to travel, now (US) usually one surfaced with asphalt or concrete and designed to accommodate many vehicles travelling in both directions. In the UK both senses are heard: a country road is the same as a country lane.
What are the anagrams of "ROAD"?
1 anagram can be formed using the same letters as ROAD: ORAD.