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Tributary

Yes, tributary is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.

What does tributary mean?

noun

  1. a branch that flows into the main stream

adjective

  1. (of a stream) flowing into a larger stream
  2. paying tribute a tributary colony
  3. tending to bring about; being partly responsible for working conditions are not conducive to productivity

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for tributary

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants3 / 6
Scrabble points14
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of tributary

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters TRIBUTARY.

Words you can make from tributary

Unscramble TRIBUTARY for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is tributary a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Tributary 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 tributary worth in Scrabble?

Tributary is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does tributary mean?

Tributary means: a branch that flows into the main stream.