Arbovirus
Yes, arbovirus is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
What does arbovirus mean?
noun
- a large heterogeneous group of RNA viruses divisible into groups on the basis of the virions; they have been recovered from arthropods, bats, and rodents; most are borne by arthropods; they are linked by the epidemiologic concept of transmission between vertebrate hosts by arthropod vectors (mosquitoes, ticks, sandflies, midges, etc.) that feed on blood; they can cause mild fevers, hepatitis, hemorrhagic fever, and encephalitis
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 14 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of arbovirus
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ARBOVIRUS.
Words you can make from arbovirus
Frequently asked questions
Is arbovirus a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Arbovirus 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 arbovirus worth in Scrabble?
Arbovirus is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does arbovirus mean?
Arbovirus means: a large heterogeneous group of RNA viruses divisible into groups on the basis of the virions; they have been recovered from arthropods, bats, and rodents; most are borne by arthropods; they are linked by the epidemiologic concept of transmission between vertebrate hosts by arthropod vectors (mosquitoes, ticks, sandflies, midges, etc.) that feed on blood; they can cause mild fevers, hepatitis, hemorrhagic fever, and encephalitis.