YAW

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Yaw

A movement of a vessel by which she temporarily alters her course; a deviation from a straight course in steering.

Yawed

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Yawing

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Yaws

A disease, occurring in the Antilles and in Africa, characterized by yellowish or reddish tumors, of a contagious character, which, in shape and appearance, often resemble currants, strawberries, or raspberries. There are several varieties of this disease, variously known as framboesia, pian, verrugas, and crab-yaws.

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YAW is valid in Scrabble and most word games!
Scrabble Point Values

Total possible words using these letters:

2 Letter Words
  • AW - 5 points
  • AY - 5 points
  • YA - 5 points
3 Letter Words
  • WAY - 9 points
  • YAW - 9 points
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