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SHIPWORMS

(noun)
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There is 1 meaning of the word Shipworms.

Shipworms - as a noun

Wormlike marine bivalve that bores into wooden piers and ships by means of drill-like shells

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
teredinid
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
clam8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The shipworms were causing extensive damage to the submerged wooden pier."
"Researchers are studying the behavior and physiology of shipworms."
"The presence of shipworms in the shipwreck indicates that the wood is more than a century old."
"The growth of shipworms can be prevented by treating the wood with preservatives."
"The shipworms' burrows weaken ship hulls and wooden structures."
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Word Game Points

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

SHIPWORMS has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is SHIPWORMS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shipworms is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHIPWORMS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is SHIPWORMS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shipworms is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHIPWORMS has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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