Shrove

/ʃɹəʊv/ verb

To hear or receive a confession (of sins etc.)

What it means

  1. (verb) To hear or receive a confession (of sins etc.)
  2. (verb) To prescribe penance or absolution.
  3. (verb) To confess, and receive absolution.
  4. (verb) To join in the festivities of Shrovetide.
  5. (verb) (by extension) To make merry.

Letter analysis

  • Shrove contains 6 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
  • It uses 6 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 1.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 12.

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Common questions

What does Shrove mean?

To hear or receive a confession (of sins etc.)

What are the anagrams of Shrove?

Valid anagrams: hovers.

How many letters are in Shrove?

Shrove has 6 letters.

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