Tetanus
Yes, tetanus is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
What does tetanus mean?
noun
- an acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection of open wounds; spasms of the jaw and laryngeal muscles may occur during the late stages
- a sustained muscular contraction resulting from a rapid series of nerve impulses
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for tetanus
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 7 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of tetanus
- attunes
- nutates
- tautens
- unstate
Words you can make from tetanus
Frequently asked questions
Is tetanus a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Tetanus 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 tetanus worth in Scrabble?
Tetanus is worth 7 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does tetanus mean?
Tetanus means: an acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection of open wounds; spasms of the jaw and laryngeal muscles may occur during the late stages.