Definition
- (noun) A square or rectangular piece of cloth worn as a covering for the head, neck, and shoulders, typically by women. “She wears her shawl when it's cold outside.”
- (noun) A fold of wrinkled flesh under the lips and neck of a bloodhound, used in scenting.
- (verb) To wrap in a shawl.
Word stats
- Shawl contains 5 letters: 1 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
- It uses 5 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 1.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 11.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Shawl mean?
A square or rectangular piece of cloth worn as a covering for the head, neck, and shoulders, typically by women.
How many letters are in Shawl?
Shawl has 5 letters.
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