Zona
4 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
In anatomy, any structure that encircles an organ or tissue in a belt-like or ring-like manner.
“The surgeon carefully examined the zona surrounding the affected nerve during the procedure.”
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Starts with Z and ends in A, giving this word a useful vowel ending for Wordle chaining
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Z scores 10 points and the final A allows front hooks, making ZONA a versatile Scrabble play
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