Willet
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
A large shorebird found along the eastern and Gulf coasts of North America, notable for its distinctive piping call.
“The willet stalked steadily along the shoreline, probing the wet sand with its long bill.”
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wil·let
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Synonyms
shorebirdwader
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Wordle
Contains double L in positions 4 and 5 and ends in ET, W opener with common letters
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Scrabble
Worth 9 points, moderate tile values, double L and ET ending are familiar patterns
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