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Updated June 2026
a small Roman settlement or neighbourhood
“The vicus grew up around the military fort.”
"Vicus" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 2 vowels balance the consonants.
"Vicus" is worth 10 points before board bonuses. Aim its letters at double/triple-letter and word squares to lift the score.
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