Definition of rhea

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • rhea is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • rhea is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • rhea is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 6

Definition of rhea


  • larger of two tall fast-running flightless birds similar to ostriches but three-toed; found from Brazil to Patagonia (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. rhea americana
  • smaller of two tall fast-running flightless birds similar to ostriches but three-toed; found from Peru to Strait of Magellan (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. nandu
    2. pterocnemia pennata
  • fertility goddess in ancient Greek mythology; wife of Cronus and mother of Zeus; identified with Roman Ops and Cybele of ancient Asia Minor (noun)

See definition of rhea in Merriam Webster