EARING
7
Definition
Pronunciation: //ˈɪəɹɪŋ//
noun
- (nautical) A line used to fasten the upper corners of a sail to the yard or gaff.
- (nautical) A line for hauling the reef cringle to the yard."You've forgot to pass the tack-earing, but wid time and help ye'll larn. There's good and just reason for ivry rope aboard, or else 'twould be overboard. D'ye follow me?"
- (nautical) A line fastening the corners of an awning to the rigging or stanchions.
- (manufacturing) A manufacturing defect in which the edges of sheet metal form a wave pattern during deep drawing.
Source: Kaikki
Word Details
- Length
- 6 letters
- Scrabble Points
- 7 points
- Words With Friends Points
- 9 points
Word Games
- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL)
- Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS)
- Yes
- Wordle
- No
- Words With Friends
- Yes
How many Scrabble points is the word 'EARING'?
The word EARING is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
E1
A1
R1
I1
N1
G2
Total: 7 points
How many Words With Friends points is the word 'EARING'?
The word EARING is worth 9 points in Words With Friends.
E1
A1
R1
I1
N2
G3
Total: 9 points
What's the difference between Scrabble and Words With Friends points?
While many letters share the same point values, there are several key differences between Scrabble and Words With Friends point values:
- B, C, M, P: Worth 3 points in Scrabble, but 4 points in Words With Friends
- H, Y: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 3 points in Words With Friends
- L, N, U: Worth 1 point in Scrabble, but 2 points in Words With Friends
- V: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 5 points in Words With Friends
- J: Worth 8 points in Scrabble, but 10 points in Words With Friends
Note: These are base letter values. Actual game scores also depend on bonus squares (Double/Triple Letter/Word) and board placement, which differ between the two games. See the complete Scrabble point values and Words With Friends point values for full reference.