Creek

5 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

A small stream or narrow waterway. A natural flowing body of water smaller than a river.

“The children played by the creek behind their house.”

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Double E pattern and common consonants C, R, K.

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Worth 11 points with K providing good value.

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