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PETARD

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Petard.

How to pronounce petard:

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Petard - as a noun

An explosive device used to break down a gate or wall

Petard - as a verb

To attack or blow a hole in (something) with a petard.

Example Sentences

"He was hoist with his own petard when his scheme backfired."
"The politician's controversial statement hoisted him on his own petard."
"She was caught in her own petard when her secret was revealed."
"The journalist's biased reporting only served to hoist him on his own petard."
"The company's unethical practices eventually hoisted them on their own petard."
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Word Game Points

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

PETARD has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is PETARD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, petard is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PETARD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is PETARD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, petard is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PETARD has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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