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HORNBOOK

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There is 1 meaning of the word Hornbook.

Hornbook - as a noun

A primer that provides instruction in the rudiments or basic skills of a branch of knowledge

Example Sentences

"In colonial America, a hornbook was a paddle-shaped board with a lesson printed on it."
"A hornbook was used as a teaching tool to help children learn to read and write."
"The hornbook typically had an alphabet, a prayer, and some basic words or sentences."
"Children in the 17th century often carried a hornbook with them to school."
"The teacher would hold up the hornbook and the students would recite the letters and words on it."
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Word Game Points

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

HORNBOOK has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is HORNBOOK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hornbook is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HORNBOOK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is HORNBOOK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hornbook is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HORNBOOK has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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