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BUTTRESSES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Buttresses.

Buttresses - as a noun

A support usually of stone or brick; supports the wall of a building

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buttressing14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
support11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Buttresses - as a verb

Reinforce with a buttress

Example: "Buttress the church"

Make stronger or defensible

Example: "Buttress your thesis"

Example Sentences

"The cathedral's buttresses provided support for the towering walls."
"We admired the majestic buttresses of the ancient castle."
"The architect included decorative buttresses in the design of the building."
"The medieval fortress had buttresses on each corner for added stability."
"The massive buttresses gave the structure a sense of grandeur."
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Word Game Points

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

BUTTRESSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is BUTTRESSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, buttresses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BUTTRESSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is BUTTRESSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, buttresses is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BUTTRESSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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