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Ostrich

Yes, ostrich is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does ostrich mean?

noun

  1. a person who refuses to face reality or recognize the truth (a reference to the popular notion that the ostrich hides from danger by burying its head in the sand)
  2. fast-running African flightless bird with two-toed feet; largest living bird

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters7
Vowels / consonants2 / 5
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of ostrich

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters OSTRICH.

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Frequently asked questions

Is ostrich a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Ostrich 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 ostrich worth in Scrabble?

Ostrich is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does ostrich mean?

Ostrich means: a person who refuses to face reality or recognize the truth (a reference to the popular notion that the ostrich hides from danger by burying its head in the sand).