Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Virgate.
Virgate - as a noun
The yardland: an obsolete english land measure usually comprising 1/4 of a hide and notionally equal to 30 acres.
Virgate - as an adjective
Rod-shaped: straight, long, and thin, (particularly botany) the habitus of plants with straight, erect branches.
Finely striped, often with dark fibers.
Example Sentences
"He inherited a virgate of land from his father."
"The virgate was divided into several smaller plots."
"The peasant worked tirelessly on his virgate to provide for his family."
"The virgate was measured to be exactly one-quarter of a hide."
"During feudal times, the virgate was a common unit of land measurement."
Word Game Points
Is VIRGATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, virgate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
VIRGATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is VIRGATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, virgate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordVIRGATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is VIRGATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, virgate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordVIRGATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
