Rood
4 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
A crucifix or carved representation of the cross, typically mounted above the entrance to a church chancel.
“The medieval rood screen separated the nave from the chancel and bore a large carved rood.”
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Wordle
Pattern R-O-O-D with double O. Tests the repeated vowel position that Wordle sometimes uses.
Scrabble
Worth 5 points (D=2). Valid in Scrabble. Hooks to ROODS, the double O is useful for clearing vowel-heavy racks.
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