Words Starting With XYS

8 words start with XYS. Scores range up to 17 points (XYSTERS), averaging 15.6 points with standard English tile values. Every entry below shows its point value, US and UK dictionary validity, and a definition where available.

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Total Words
4
Unique Endings
15.6
Avg. Points
17
Max Points
4Letters
14Points
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4
Y
1
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1
T
US VALID
UK VALID
Definition

A long covered portico used for exercise.

6Letters
16Points
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4
Y
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1
E
1
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US VALID
UK VALID
Definition

A surgical instrument for scraping bones.

7Letters
17Points
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X
4
Y
1
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1
T
1
E
1
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1
S
US VALID
UK VALID
Definition

Plural of XYSTER.

5Letters
15Points
8
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4
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1
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1
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1
I
US VALID
UK VALID
Definition

Plural of xystus.

6Letters
16Points
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1
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US VALID
UK VALID
Definition

Plural of xystos; ancient Greek porticoes.

6Letters
16Points
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4
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1
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1
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1
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US VALID
UK VALID
Definition

Alternative form of xystus; a long portico in a gymnasium.

5Letters
15Points
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4
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1
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1
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1
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US VALID
UK VALID
Definition

Plural of XYST.

6Letters
16Points
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1
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1
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US VALID
UK VALID
Definition

A long open portico in ancient Greek gymnasiums.

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How many words starting with xys are there?

There are 8 words starting with xys.

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What is the highest-scoring word start with XYS?

XYSTERS scores 17 points, the highest in this list using standard English tile values.