Pavans
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of pavan, referring to pieces of slow and stately music composed for the Renaissance court dance of that name.
“The programme included several pavans composed in the Elizabethan style.”
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Wordle
Ends in ANS with a PAVA start and the V in third position, an unusual combination for standard Wordle lists
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Worth 10 points with the V scoring 4 points and the S end hook available for board extensions
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