Abseil
Yes, abseil is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
What does abseil mean?
noun
- (mountaineering) a descent of a vertical cliff or wall made by using a doubled rope that is fixed to a higher point and wrapped around the body
verb
- lower oneself with a rope coiled around the body from a mountainside
The ascent was easy--roping down the mountain would be much more difficult and dangerous
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for abseil
Word facts
| Letters | 6 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 3 |
| Scrabble points | 8 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of abseil
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ABSEIL.
Words you can make from abseil
Frequently asked questions
Is abseil a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Abseil is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is abseil worth in Scrabble?
Abseil is worth 8 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does abseil mean?
Abseil means: (mountaineering) a descent of a vertical cliff or wall made by using a doubled rope that is fixed to a higher point and wrapped around the body.