Winnow
Yes, winnow is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
What does winnow mean?
noun
- the act of separating grain from chaff
the winnowing was done by women
verb
- separate the chaff from by using air currents
She stood there winnowing chaff all day in the field
- blow on
The wind was winnowing her hair
- select desirable parts from a group or list
cull out the interesting letters from the poet's correspondence
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for winnow
Word facts
| Letters | 6 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of winnow
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters WINNOW.
Words you can make from winnow
Frequently asked questions
Is winnow a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Winnow 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 winnow worth in Scrabble?
Winnow is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does winnow mean?
Winnow means: the act of separating grain from chaff.