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CHITIN

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There is 1 meaning of the word Chitin.

Chitin - as a noun

A tough semitransparent horny substance; the principal component of the exoskeletons of arthropods and the cell walls of certain fungi

Example Sentences

"Insects have an exoskeleton made of chitin."
"Crabs and lobsters also have a hard outer shell made of chitin."
"The wings of butterflies and moths contain chitin."
"Some species of algae have cell walls composed of chitin."
"Certain spiders use chitin to reinforce their silk webs."
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Word Game Points

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

CHITIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is CHITIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, chitin is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CHITIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is CHITIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, chitin is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CHITIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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