Opsins
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of opsin: proteins found in the retina that combine with retinal to form light-sensitive pigments essential for vision.
“Different opsins in the cone cells allow humans to perceive a wide range of colours.”
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Ends in -INS and starts with OP, a scientific term rare in word games
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Worth 8 points, OPSIN plus S is a simple hook using well-balanced common tiles
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