Plum
4 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Precisely or directly, used to emphasise the accuracy of a position or manner.
“The arrow landed plum in the centre of the target.”
Pronunciation
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/plʌm/
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Word Game Tips
Wordle
Contains P, L, U, M with no repeated letters. The U in position 3 is distinctive and worth locking in early.
Scrabble
Worth 8 points. Hooks to plumb with a B. Placing the M on a premium square boosts value.
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