Frieze
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A horizontal decorative band running along a wall near the ceiling or between the architrave and cornice of a classical building, typically carved, painted, or moulded with ornamental motifs.
“The frieze along the temple exterior depicted scenes of gods and heroes in flowing relief.”
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FRIEZE contains the Z and a cluster of vowels I, E, E, the IEZ pattern is uncommon and easily overlooked
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FRIEZE scores 18 points with the Z worth 10 points, making it an excellent high-value play despite the vowel-heavy letters
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