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QUARRY

(noun, verb)
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There are 4 meanings of the word Quarry.

How to pronounce quarry:

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Quarry - as a noun

A person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence

Example: "He fell prey to muggers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fair gameprey9target7

A surface excavation for extracting stone or slate

Example: "A british term for `quarry' is `stone pit'"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pit5stone pit
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
excavation22
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Animal hunted or caught for food

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prey9

Quarry - as a verb

Extract (something such as stones) from or as if from a quarry

Example: "Quarry marble"

Example Sentences

"The workers blasted the rock in the quarry."
"The quarry supplies building materials for construction projects."
"The archaeologists discovered ancient tools in the stone quarry."
"The quarry is located on the outskirts of town."
"The deep quarry makes for a stunning backdrop."
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Word Game Points

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

QUARRY has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is QUARRY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, quarry is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
QUARRY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is QUARRY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, quarry is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
QUARRY has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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