Waif
4 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
A homeless or neglected child, especially one who is abandoned or orphaned.
“The charity gave food and shelter to the waifs living on the city streets.”
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Ends in F, which is rare in Wordle, W-A-I in the first three positions tests useful vowel placement
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Scores 10 points, W and F both high-value, extends to WAIFS for an easy extra point
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