Midden
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
An archaeological mound of domestic refuse such as shells and animal bones that marks the site of a prehistoric human settlement.
“Excavation of the midden revealed the settlement had relied heavily on shellfish for food.”
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mid·den
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Double D in the middle. Ends in -EN. No repeated vowels.
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Worth 10 points. Double D adds value. Valid archaeological term in Scrabble.
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