Cowages
7 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of cowage: the stinging hairs or pods of the tropical climbing plant Mucuna pruriens, traditionally used as a vermifuge when mixed with honey or other substances.
“The herbalist prescribed cowages mixed with treacle as a traditional remedy for intestinal worms.”
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Synonyms
cowhagevelvet bean pods
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Wordle
Ends in AGES, the OW vowel combination followed by A-G-E-S is unusual and worth memorising.
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Scrabble
Worth 13 points, the W (4 pts) drives the score. A rare but valid botanical term excellent for using a W tile.
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