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METONYMY

18 pts

METONYMY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points. METONYMY means "a type of figure of speech".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a type of figure of speech

In a sentence: "The metonymy is noted."

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Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in METONYMY, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

M3
E1
T1
O1
N1
Y4
M3
Y4
= 18

METONYMY Scrabble FAQ

Is METONYMY a Scrabble word?
METONYMY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points.
What does METONYMY mean?
a type of figure of speech
How do you use METONYMY in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The metonymy is noted."
How many points is METONYMY worth in Scrabble?
METONYMY is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept METONYMY?
METONYMY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).