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TUBERCLE

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Tubercle.

Tubercle - as a noun

A swelling that is the characteristic lesion of tuberculosis

Small rounded wartlike protuberance on a plant

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nodule7

A protuberance on a bone especially for attachment of a muscle or ligament

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
eminence12tuberosity15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
appendage15outgrowth16process11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The tubercle on the bone indicated a possible fracture."
"The plant had small tubercles on its roots."
"The doctor examined the patient's skin for any tubercles."
"The tubercles on the leaves gave the plant a unique texture."
"The man had a tubercle on his finger after the injury."
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Word Game Points

Is TUBERCLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tubercle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TUBERCLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is TUBERCLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tubercle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TUBERCLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is TUBERCLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tubercle is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TUBERCLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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