Buffalo

7 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

A large wild ox with heavy curved horns; specifically the American bison. Also refers to the African cape buffalo.

“Buffalo roamed the American plains in vast herds before European settlement.”

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Double 'F' pattern; -ALO ending

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15 points; the two F's are worth 4 points each

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