LUFFED
(noun, verb)
There are 4 meanings of the word
Luffed.
Definitions
Luffed - as a noun
(nautical) the forward edge of a fore-and-aft sail that is next to the mast
The act of sailing close to the wind
Luffed - as a verb
Flap when the wind is blowing equally on both sides
Example: "The sails luffed"
Example Sentences
"The sailor luffed the sails to slow down the boat."
"She luffed the mainsail as the wind picked up."
"In order to change direction, the helmsman luffed the rudder."
"The boat quickly luffed to avoid a collision with a buoy."
"The skipper carefully luffed the sails to maintain control in the heavy winds."
Word Game Points
Is LUFFED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, luffed is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LUFFED has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is LUFFED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, luffed is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLUFFED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is LUFFED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, luffed is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLUFFED has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.