Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Petard.
How to pronounce petard:
UK
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."
Word Game Points
Is PETARD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, petard is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordPETARD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is PETARD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, petard is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPETARD has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.