Metonymy
Yes, metonymy is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.
What does metonymy mean?
noun
- substituting the name of an attribute or feature for the name of the thing itself (as in `they counted heads')
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 18 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of metonymy
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters METONYMY.
Words you can make from metonymy
Frequently asked questions
Is metonymy a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Metonymy 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 metonymy worth in Scrabble?
Metonymy is worth 18 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does metonymy mean?
Metonymy means: substituting the name of an attribute or feature for the name of the thing itself (as in `they counted heads').