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PONTIL

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There is 1 meaning of the word Pontil.

Pontil - as a noun

A punty; a metal rod used in the glassblowing process. after a glass vessel has been blown to approximate size and the bottom of the piece has been finalized, the rod, which is tipped with a wad of hot glass, is attached to the bottom of the vessel to hold it while the top is finalized.

Example Sentences

"The glassblower used a pontil to shape the molten glass."
"A pontil mark on the base of a bottle signifies that it was handmade."
"He examined the pontil closely, looking for any imperfections."
"The antique vase had a pontil scar from its original production."
"She admired the craftsmanship of the pontil on the glass paperweight."
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Word Game Points

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

PONTIL has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is PONTIL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pontil is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PONTIL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is PONTIL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pontil is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PONTIL has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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