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Parry

Yes, parry is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.

What does parry mean?

noun

  1. (fencing) blocking a lunge or deflecting it with a circular motion of the sword
  2. a return punch (especially by a boxer)

verb

  1. impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball) block an attack
  2. avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) He dodged the issue

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for parry

Word facts

Letters5
Vowels / consonants1 / 4
Scrabble points10
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common
Likely Wordle answerYes

Anagrams of parry

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PARRY.

Words you can make from parry

Unscramble PARRY for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is parry a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Parry 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 parry worth in Scrabble?

Parry is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does parry mean?

Parry means: (fencing) blocking a lunge or deflecting it with a circular motion of the sword.

Could parry be a Wordle answer?

Parry is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.