01 Word definition

bur

3 letters · 1 vowel · 2 consonants

Is BUR a word?

Yes. BUR is a 3-letter noun. seed vessel having hooks or prickles Check the official dictionary for your particular word game before playing it.

Correct spelling

How do you spell BUR?

B-U-R

BUR contains 3 letters, begins with B, and ends with R.

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Meaning and definition

1noun

  1. seed vessel having hooks or prickles

2noun

  1. small bit used in dentistry or surgery

Synonyms
burr
Source: Open English WordNet 2025 (CC BY 4.0) ↗
Scrabble score5points
Words With Friends7points
Word length3letters

02 Letter breakdown

How is BUR spelled?

B1U2R3
Starts withBURFirst 3 letters
Ends withBURLast 3 letters
Unique letters3No repeated letters
Vowel balance1 / 2Vowels / consonants

03 Word-game status

Can you play BUR?

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Base tile value: 5 points. Confirm eligibility in the official word list used for your region and edition.

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04 Exact anagrams

The same letters, rearranged.

FAQ Quick answers

About BUR.

How do you spell BUR?

BUR is spelled B-U-R. It contains 3 letters.