Dorian
6 lettersadjectiverareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Relating to the Dorians, one of the major tribal and linguistic groups of ancient Greece who settled chiefly in the Peloponnese and spoke a distinct Greek dialect.
“The dorian mode in music takes its name from the ancient Greek people associated with that region and tradition.”
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do·ri·an
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Four vowels (O, I, A) in six letters. The IAN ending is common in adjectives and narrows guessing patterns usefully.
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Scores 7 points from common tiles. Heavy on vowels, making it a good outlet when the rack has too many vowels and the board needs a long play.
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