What it means
- (noun) A tool used for threshing, consisting of a long handle with a shorter stick attached with a short piece of chain, thong or similar material.
- (noun) A weapon which has the (usually spherical) striking part attached to the handle with a flexible joint such as a chain.
- (verb) To beat using a flail or similar implement.
- (verb) To wave or swing vigorously
- (verb) To thresh.
- (verb) To move like a flail. “He was flailing wildly, but didn't land a blow.”
Letter analysis
- Flails contains 6 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
- It uses 5 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 1.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 9.
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Words starting with FLA
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- flagellated
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Common questions
What does Flails mean?
A tool used for threshing, consisting of a long handle with a shorter stick attached with a short piece of chain, thong or similar material.
How many letters are in Flails?
Flails has 6 letters.
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