Alkyds
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of alkyd, a durable synthetic resin used extensively in paints and adhesives.
“The decorators preferred alkyds over water-based paints for their hard-wearing finish.”
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Contains both K and Y in close proximity, an unusual combination, ends in DS
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K (5 pts) and Y (4 pts) combined make this a high-value play at 13 points total
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