Frass

5 lettersnoun

Updated June 2026

Definition

The excrement of insect larvae, or debris from boring insects.

“The frass at the base of the tree indicated woodworm.”

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"Frass" repeats a letter (4 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. Its 1 vowel balance the consonants.

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Words Related to Frass

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