Essentials
10 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
The fundamental or most important elements required for a particular purpose or situation. Basic items that are absolutely necessary for daily life or a specific activity.
“The travel guide listed the essentials to pack for a camping trip in the mountains.”
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Contains three S's, three E's, and two L's; features the -ALS plural ending
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Worth 10 points; good length at 10 letters, useful for seven-tile bonus plays
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