Deckle
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
The rough, uneven edge on handmade paper formed naturally during manufacture, or reproduced artificially on machine-made paper.
“The invitation cards had a deckle edge that lent them an elegant, handcrafted feel.”
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deck·le
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Wordle
DECKLE has two E's and the uncommon K, the CK consonant cluster in positions three and four is distinctive.
Scrabble
DECKLE scores 13 points, the K (5 pts) is the premium tile and the word hooks to DECKLED for further play.
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