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BLOOD

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There are 6 meanings of the word Blood.

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Blood - as a noun

The fluid (red in vertebrates) that is pumped through the body by the heart and contains plasma, blood cells, and platelets

Example: "Blood carries oxygen and nutrients to the tissues and carries away waste products"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bodily fluidbody fluidhumor10humour11liquid body substance
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Temperament or disposition

Example: "A person of hot blood"

A dissolute man in fashionable society

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
profligate16rake8rakehell15rip5roue4

The hereditary derivation of an individual

Example: "His entire lineage has been warriors"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ancestry13blood linebloodline12descent10line4line of descentlineage8origin7parentage12pedigree12stemma10stock11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
family treegenealogy14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

People viewed as members of a group

Example: "We need more young blood in this organization"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
people10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Blood - as a verb

Smear with blood, as in a hunting initiation rite, where the face of a person is smeared with the blood of the kill

Example Sentences

"She cut her finger and blood started to flow."
"The doctor took a sample of his blood for analysis."
"Her face turned pale as she saw blood on the floor."
"The vampire thirsted for fresh blood."
"He was known for his bravery and willingness to shed blood for his country."
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Word Game Points

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

BLOOD has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is BLOOD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, blood is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BLOOD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is BLOOD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, blood is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BLOOD has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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