Words Containing BUO

22 words contain BUO anywhere. Scores range up to 20 points (UPBUOYANCES), averaging 15 points with standard English tile values. Every entry below shows its point value, US and UK dictionary validity, and a definition where available.

22
Total Words
6
Unique Endings
15
Avg. Points
20
Max Points
8Letters
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Definition

A buoy with a bell that rings with the motion of the waves.

9Letters
16Points
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UK VALID
Definition

Plural of BELLBUOY.

4Letters
9Points
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Definition

A floating marker anchored in water to indicate hazards or channels.

7Letters
13Points
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Definition

A system of buoys marking a waterway.

8Letters
14Points
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Definition

Plural of BUOYAGE.

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Definition

The quality of being buoyant.

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Definition

Plural of BUOYANCE.

10Letters
17Points
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Definition

Plural of BUOYANCY.

8Letters
18Points
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Definition

The ability to float or rise in a fluid.

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12Points
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Definition

Able to float or rise in liquid or air.

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Definition

In a cheerful and optimistic manner.

11Letters
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US INVALID
UK VALID
Definition

The quality of being able to float or stay cheerful.

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18Points
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Definition

Plural of BUOYANTNESS.

6Letters
12Points
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D
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Definition

Past tense of BUOY.

7Letters
13Points
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Definition

Present participle of BUOY.

5Letters
10Points
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Definition

Third-person singular present tense of BUOY.

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Definition

A buoyant ring or float used to rescue someone in water.

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Definition

Plural of LIFEBUOY.

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Definition

A buoy that detects underwater sounds and transmits them.

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Definition

Plural of SONOBUOY.

10Letters
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US INVALID
UK VALID
Definition

The act of lifting up or supporting.

11Letters
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US INVALID
UK VALID
Definition

Plural of UPBUOYANCE.

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How many words containing buo are there?

There are 22 words containing buo.

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What is the highest-scoring word contain BUO anywhere?

UPBUOYANCES scores 20 points, the highest in this list using standard English tile values.