TICKS
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Ticks.
Ticks - as a noun
A metallic tapping sound
Example: "He counted the ticks of the clock"
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Any of two families of small parasitic arachnids with barbed proboscis; feed on blood of warm-blooded animals
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A mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.
Example: "As he called the role he put a check mark by each student's name"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
A light mattress
Ticks - as a verb
Make a sound like a clock or a timer
Example: "The clocks were ticking"
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Example Sentences
"It is important to check for ticks after spending time in nature."
"We need to protect ourselves from ticks by using insect repellent."
"I hate finding ticks on my clothes after a hike."
"The clock ticks loudly in the background."
"The bomb ticks, ready to explode at any moment."
Word Game Points
Is TICKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ticks is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TICKS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is TICKS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ticks is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTICKS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is TICKS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ticks is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTICKS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.