Meiosis
Yes, meiosis is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
What does meiosis mean?
noun
- (genetics) cell division that produces reproductive cells in sexually reproducing organisms; the nucleus divides into four nuclei each containing half the chromosome number (leading to gametes in animals and spores in plants)
- understatement for rhetorical effect (especially when expressing an affirmative by negating its contrary)
saying `I was not a little upset' when you mean `I was very upset' is an example of litotes
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for meiosis
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 3 |
| Scrabble points | 9 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of meiosis
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters MEIOSIS.
Words you can make from meiosis
Frequently asked questions
Is meiosis a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Meiosis 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 meiosis worth in Scrabble?
Meiosis is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does meiosis mean?
Meiosis means: (genetics) cell division that produces reproductive cells in sexually reproducing organisms; the nucleus divides into four nuclei each containing half the chromosome number (leading to gametes in animals and spores in plants).