Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Byssi.
Byssi - as a noun
An exceptionally fine and valuable fibre or cloth of ancient times. originally used for fine flax and linens, the word was later extended to fine cottons, silks, and sea silk.
The long fine silky filaments excreted by several mollusks (particularly pinna nobilis) by which they attach themselves to the sea bed, and from which sea silk is manufactured.
The stipe or stem of some fungi which are particularly thin and thread-like.
Example Sentences
"The byssi of certain shellfish can be used to make durable fabric."
"Scientists are studying the unique properties of byssi for potential industrial applications."
"A diver collected some byssi samples for further analysis."
"The intricate network of byssi provides stability to the mussel colony."
"Some bivalves can produce multiple byssi simultaneously."
Word Game Points
Is BYSSI a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, byssi is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BYSSI has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is BYSSI a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, byssi is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBYSSI has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is BYSSI a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, byssi is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBYSSI has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
