Merton
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Thomas Merton, an American Trappist monk, theologian, and prolific author active in the mid-twentieth century.
“Merton's writings on contemplative prayer attracted a wide readership beyond monastic circles.”
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mer·ton
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Contains E, O. No repeated letters. Ends in -ON.
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Worth 8 points. Proper noun, not valid in standard Scrabble.
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