Orris

5 lettersnoun

Updated June 2026

Definition

the rhizome of certain irises, used in perfumery

“The orris root added a violet note to the fragrance.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

or·ris

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Synonyms

orrisroot

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Wordle

"Orris" repeats a letter (4 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. Its 2 vowels balance the consonants.

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"Orris" is worth 5 points before board bonuses. Aim its letters at double/triple-letter and word squares to lift the score.

Words Related to Orris

Words one letter different

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arris ornis

Words you can make from Orris

Shorter words formed from the letters in “orris”.

sori

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6-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “orris”.

morris priors rigors rosier

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