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PUISNE

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There are 4 meanings of the word Puisne.

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Puisne - as an adjective

Younger; junior.

Insignificant, petty; ineffectual.

Inferior in rank, as designation of any justice, judge etc. other than the most senior.

Example: "The puisne barons of the court of exchequer"

Coming later in time; subsequent, secondary.

Example Sentences

"He was the puisne of the two brothers."
"The puisne judge presided over the trial."
"The rank of puisne is below that of senior."
"The puisne members were given lesser roles in the organization."
"As a puisne officer, he had limited authority."
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Word Game Points

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

PUISNE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is PUISNE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, puisne is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PUISNE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is PUISNE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, puisne is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PUISNE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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