Essay

5 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

A short piece of writing on a particular subject, especially as part of academic work.

“Students must write a five-page essay for their final assignment.”

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Double S pattern with vowels E, A, Y.

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Worth 8 points; double S and Y add value.

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