Definition of bores

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • bores is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • bores is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • bores is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of bores


  • make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. drill
  • a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary) (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. aegir
    2. eager
    3. eagre
    4. tidal bore
  • cause to be bored (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. tire
  • a hole or passage made by a drill; usually made for exploratory purposes (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. bore-hole
    2. drill hole
  • a person who evokes boredom (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. dullard
  • diameter of a tube or gun barrel (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. caliber
    2. calibre
    3. gauge

See definition of bores in Merriam Webster