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VELLICATES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Vellicates.

Vellicates - as a verb

Touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tickletitillate

Irritate as if by a nip, pinch, or tear

Example: "Smooth surfaces can vellicate the teeth"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pinch

Example Sentences

"The feather vellicates the skin, causing a ticklish sensation."
"The cat vellicates its prey before pouncing on it."
"She vellicates her partner's feet as a playful gesture."
"The cold water vellicates my skin as I jump into the pool."
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Word Game Points

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

VELLICATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is VELLICATES a valid Words With Friends word?
No, vellicates is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
VELLICATES is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is VELLICATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, vellicates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
VELLICATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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