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tine
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4 LETTERS1 POINT[taɪn]
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When tine helps
Base Score
1
Before any board-specific bonus
Unique Letters
4
E I N T
Two-Letter Start
TI
Useful for systematic scans
Ending
NE
Check this pattern late
- 4 letters
- 4 unique letters
- TI start
- NE ending
Try it when
- tine is a four-letter word, so it is worth 1 point when accepted.
- It uses 4 unique letters, so it can fit boards that include e, i, n, t plus any remaining hive letters.
- The NE ending makes this a useful pattern check after you try the TI start.
- BuzzyWords has saved this word in 1 published Daily snapshot.
Pronunciation
[taɪn]
noun
A spike or point on an implement or tool, especially a prong of a fork or a tooth of a comb.
noun
A small branch, especially on an antler or horn.
noun
A wild vetch or tare.
adjective
Small, diminutive
noun
Trouble; distress; teen.
verb
To kindle; to set on fire.
verb
To rage; to smart.
verb
To shut in, or enclose.