Definition of continuant

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • continuant is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • continuant is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • continuant is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17

Definition of continuant


  • consonant articulated by constricting (but not closing) the vocal tract (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. continuant consonant
  • of speech sounds produced by forcing air through a constricted passage (as `f', `s', `z', or `th' in both `thin' and `then') (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. fricative
    2. sibilant
    3. spirant
    4. strident

See definition of continuant in Merriam Webster