TOMB
/tuːm/
4-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 10 Words With Friends points
Meaning of TOMB
- A small building (or "vault") for the remains of the dead, with walls, a roof, and (if it is to be used for more than one corpse) a door. It may be partly or wholly in the ground (except for its entrance) in a cemetery, or it may be inside a church proper or in its crypt. Single tombs may be permanently sealed; those for families (or other groups) have doors for access whenever needed.
- A pit in which the dead body of a human being is deposited; a grave.
- To bury.
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About the word TOMB
Is "TOMB" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "TOMB" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "TOMB" worth?
In Scrabble, "TOMB" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 10 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "TOMB" mean?
A small building (or "vault") for the remains of the dead, with walls, a roof, and (if it is to be used for more than one corpse) a door. It may be partly or wholly in the ground (except for its entrance) in a cemetery, or it may be inside a church proper or in its crypt. Single tombs may be permanently sealed; those for families (or other groups) have doors for access whenever needed.
Does "TOMB" have any anagrams?
No, "TOMB" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.