Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Bay.
How to pronounce bay:
US
Bay - as a noun
An indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
embayment18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
body of waterwater8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The sound of a hound on the scent
Small mediterranean evergreen tree with small blackish berries and glossy aromatic leaves used for flavoring in cooking; also used by ancient greeks to crown victors
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bay laurelbay treelaurus nobilistrue laurelA compartment on a ship between decks; often used as a hospital
Example: "They put him in the sick bay"
A compartment in an aircraft used for some specific purpose
Example: "He opened the bomb bay"
A small recess opening off a larger room
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alcove11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
niche10recess8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A horse of a moderate reddish-brown color
Bay - as an adjective satellite
(used of animals especially a horse) of a moderate reddish-brown color
Bay - as a verb
Utter in deep prolonged tones
Bay - as an adjective
Of a reddish-brown colour (especially of horses).
Example Sentences
"The hound bays at the moon."
"The hunters bayed the wild boar."
"The wolves baying in the distance sent chills down my spine."
"The crowd bays for blood after a thrilling match."
"The coyote bays to communicate with its pack."
Word Game Points
Is BAY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bay is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BAY has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is BAY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bay is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBAY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is BAY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bay is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBAY has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
