Lafayette
9 lettersnounmoderateUpdated February 2026
Definition
A French surname, most notably associated with Marquis de Lafayette, a French military officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War. It is also used as a place name in numerous American cities.
“Lafayette, Louisiana, is known for its vibrant Cajun and Creole culture.”
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surnameplace name
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Proper noun with three 'E's, double 'F', and double 'T'; vowel-moderate
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Scrabble
Worth 15 points; proper nouns typically not allowed in standard play
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