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CIRCUMVALLATE

(verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Circumvallate.

Circumvallate - as a verb

Surround with or as if with a rampart or other fortification

Circumvallate - as an adjective

Surrounded with a wall; enclosed with a rampart.

Surrounded by a ridge or elevation.

Example: "Circumvallate papillae, near the base of the tongue"

Example Sentences

"The soldiers will circumvallate the enemy's encampment to prevent them from escaping."
"The surveyor will circumvallate the construction site with a fence to ensure safety."
"The archaeologists plan to circumvallate the ancient ruins to protect them from further damage."
"The homeowner decided to circumvallate the garden to keep the rabbits out."
"The residents had to circumvallate their neighborhood due to the increase in crime."
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Word Game Points

Is CIRCUMVALLATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, circumvallate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CIRCUMVALLATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is CIRCUMVALLATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, circumvallate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CIRCUMVALLATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 29.

Is CIRCUMVALLATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, circumvallate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CIRCUMVALLATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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