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NETTLE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Nettle.

How to pronounce nettle:

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Nettle - as a noun

Any of numerous plants having stinging hairs that cause skin irritation on contact (especially of the genus urtica or family urticaceae)

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
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Nettle - as a verb

Sting with or as with nettles and cause a stinging pain or sensation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
urticate10

Cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

Example: "Mosquitoes buzzing in my ear really bothers me"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
annoy8bother11chafe13devil9get atget togravel10irritate8nark8rag4rile4vex13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
displease12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She accidentally brushed against a nettle and got stung."
"The hiker wore gloves to protect herself from the nettle."
"The nettle is known for its medicinal properties."
"I brewed a cup of nettle tea for its health benefits."
"The nettle leaves can be used to make soup."
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Word Game Points

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

NETTLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is NETTLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nettle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NETTLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is NETTLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nettle is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NETTLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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