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H 4 E 1 R 1 N 1 I 1 A 1 T 1 E 1

HERNIATE

11
Scrabble points
8
Letters
Yes
SOWPODS valid

Definition

verb

Of a tissue, structure, or part of an organ: to protrude through the muscular tissue or the membrane by which it is normally contained, causing a hernia.

“When the small intestine herniates into the groin, one has an inguinal hernia.”

Letter values

H = 4, E = 1, R = 1, N = 1, I = 1, A = 1, T = 1, E = 1

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Frequently asked

Is HERNIATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HERNIATE is valid in the SOWPODS Scrabble dictionary and scores 11 points.
How many points is HERNIATE worth?
HERNIATE is worth 11 points in Scrabble before any board bonuses.
What does HERNIATE mean?
Of a tissue, structure, or part of an organ: to protrude through the muscular tissue or the membrane by which it is normally contained, causing a hernia.