Definition of shamus

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  • shamus is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • shamus is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • shamus is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of shamus

  • someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. operative
    2. pi
    3. private detective
    4. private eye
    5. private investigator
    6. sherlock

See definition of shamus in Merriam Webster