Lory

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Updated June 2026

Definition

A small, brightly coloured parrot native to Australasia, distinguished by a brush-tipped tongue adapted for feeding on nectar and soft fruit.

“The lory's vivid plumage made it a popular choice among exotic bird enthusiasts.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

lo·ry

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Synonyms

lorikeetparrot

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Ends in Y, OR vowel-consonant pattern in the middle, no repeated letters

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Scrabble

Worth 7 points, Y on a bonus square is valuable, hooks to LORIES in plural form

Words Related to Lory

Anagrams of Lory

Words that use exactly the same letters as “lory”.

orly

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “lory” to make these 4-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

cory dory gory hory lord

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5-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “lory”.

boryl coryl croyl droyl flory glory loory lordy lorry loury lowry roily royal

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