Whydah
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
A predominantly black African weaverbird, the male of which grows long decorative tail feathers during the breeding season.
“The male whydah displayed its impressive tail plumage to attract a mate.”
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whyd·ah
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Wordle
Contains WH opener and an unusual YD cluster, ends in AH, very uncommon pattern
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Worth 16 points, W, Y, H, and D all add value, rare word for clearing high-scoring tiles
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