Corylus
7 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
A genus of deciduous, nut-bearing shrubs and small trees that includes the hazels, sometimes placed in their own family Corylaceae.
“The hedgerow was dominated by corylus, its catkins bright against the winter sky.”
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Synonyms
hazelhazelnut
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Seven letters with Y as the only uncommon vowel substitute, C-O-R-Y-L-U-S covers a broad range of letters.
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Scrabble
Worth 12 points, Y (4 pts) adds value. Difficult to play but useful when the board demands a long word.
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