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RETTED

(verb, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Retted.

Retted - as a verb

Place (flax, hemp, or jute) in liquid so as to promote loosening of the fibers from the woody tissue

Retted - as an adjective

Moistened or soaked to soften.

Example Sentences

"After harvesting the flax, it needs to be retted to extract the fibres."
"They retted the hemp in a water-filled tank for several days."
"The retted fibers are then dried and processed further to be used in textile production."
"The retted flax is then scutched to remove any remaining woody material."
"The flax was retted in a nearby pond."
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Word Game Points

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

RETTED has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is RETTED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retted is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RETTED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is RETTED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retted is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RETTED has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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