Oblong
6 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Describing a shape that is longer than it is wide, deviating from a perfect square or circle due to elongation.
“The table had an oblong top that seated eight people comfortably.”
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ob·long
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No repeated letters, O begins and G ends this word, giving a good spread of positions to confirm.
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All common low-value letters, useful for clearing O tiles and placing on a board with open -ONG or -LONG patterns.
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