Diameter
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
A straight line passing from side to side through the centre of a circle or sphere. It represents the longest distance across a circular object, equal to twice the radius.
“The ancient oak tree trunk measured over two metres in diameter at its widest point.”
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Contains double 'E' and common letters 'D', 'M', 'T', 'R'; vowels 'I', 'A', 'E' provide excellent coverage
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8-letter word worth 11 points; the 'M' tile offers decent scoring opportunities
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