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Lysogeny

Yes, lysogeny is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 15 points in Scrabble.

What does lysogeny mean?

noun

  1. the condition of a host bacterium that has incorporated a phage into its own genetic material when a phage infects a bacterium it can either destroy its host or be incorporated in the host genome in a state of lysogeny

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for lysogeny

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants2 / 6
Scrabble points15
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonRare

Anagrams of lysogeny

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters LYSOGENY.

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Frequently asked questions

Is lysogeny a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Lysogeny 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 lysogeny worth in Scrabble?

Lysogeny is worth 15 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does lysogeny mean?

Lysogeny means: the condition of a host bacterium that has incorporated a phage into its own genetic material.