Meniscus
Yes, meniscus is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
What does meniscus mean?
noun
- (anatomy) a disk of cartilage that serves as a cushion between the ends of bones that meet at a joint
- (optics) a lens that is concave on one side and convex on the other
- (physics) the curved upper surface of a nonturbulent liquid in a vertical tube
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of meniscus
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters MENISCUS.
Words you can make from meniscus
Frequently asked questions
Is meniscus a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Meniscus 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 meniscus worth in Scrabble?
Meniscus is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does meniscus mean?
Meniscus means: (anatomy) a disk of cartilage that serves as a cushion between the ends of bones that meet at a joint.