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SWALE

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Swale.

Swale - as a noun

A low area (especially a marshy area between ridges)

Swale - as a verb

To burn slowly.

To melt and run down, as the tallow of a candle; waste away without feeding the flame.

To singe; scorch; dress (as a hog) with burning or singeing.

To consume with fire; burn.

To make disappear; cause to waste away; diminish; reduce.

Example Sentences

"The farmer dug a swale to help divert rainwater away from his crops."
"The landscape designer added a swale to the garden to prevent soil erosion."
"The golf course has several swales that add challenges to the game."
"There was a beautiful wildflower growing in the swale beside the creek."
"The city council decided to create a swale along the road to improve drainage."
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Word Game Points

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

SWALE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is SWALE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, swale is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SWALE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is SWALE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, swale is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SWALE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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