maul
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How maul fits the hive
Base Score
1
Before any pangram bonus
Unique Letters
4
A L M U
Two-Letter Start
MA
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Ending
UL
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- 4 letters
- 4 unique letters
- MA start
- UL ending
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- maul is a four-letter word, so it is worth 1 point when accepted.
- It uses 4 unique letters, so it can fit boards that include a, l, m, u plus any remaining hive letters.
- The UL ending makes this a useful pattern check after you try the MA start.
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Pronunciation
Definitions
noun
A heavy long-handled hammer, used for splitting logs by driving a wedge into them, or in combat.
noun
A situation where the player carrying the ball, who must be on his feet, is held by one or more opponents, and one or more of the ball carrier's team mates bind onto the ball carrier.
verb
To handle someone or something in a rough way.
verb
To savage; to cause serious physical wounds (usually used of an animal).
"The bear mauled him in a terrible way."
verb
To criticise harshly.
verb
To beat with the heavy hammer called a maul.
Related Words
Same Letters
- alum
Synonyms
- club
- mace