Cyamus

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Updated June 2026

Definition

A genus of parasitic crustaceans that live on the skin of whales, commonly known as whale lice.

“Scientists identified several cyamus specimens clinging to the whale's rostrum during the necropsy.”

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Synonyms

whale louse

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A highly unusual word with Y as the second letter and ending in US, the CY opening is rare enough to surprise Wordle opponents

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Worth 13 points thanks to Y and the uncommon letter combination, a valuable specialist play if you can place it on a premium square

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