Gaffes
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of gaff: the sharp metal spurs or spikes fitted to the legs of gamecocks for fighting.
“The referee inspected the gaffes on each bird to ensure they were within the permitted length.”
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Double-F after GA is a quick eliminator, tests the FF pattern in position 3 and 4
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Worth 12 points, the double F gives strong scoring value for a six-letter play
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