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ARRIS

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There are 4 meanings of the word Arris.

Arris - as a noun

A sharp edge or ridge formed by the intersection of two surfaces

A sharp edge or ridge formed by the intersection of two curved surfaces

A ridge formed on the surface of flaked stone that results from the intersection of two or more flake removals. the arris marks the location of flake scars on the dorsal surface of chipped stone. http//books.google.com/books?id=l6laslpx46ic&pg=pa252&lpg=pa252&dq=arris+lithic&source=web&ots=vmpczx_xc-&sig=sw0djbw6lg_ndagki8ml875ocfi&hl=en&sa=x&oi=book_result&resnum=4&ct=result#ppa252,m1

Buttocks, arse.

Example Sentences

"The carpenter rounded the arris of the wooden table."
"I accidentally bumped into the arris of the door frame."
"The arris of the sculpture gave it a sharp and defined edge."
"Please be careful while handling the arris of these delicate objects."
"The mason smoothed the arris of the stone block with a chisel."
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Word Game Points

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

ARRIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.

Is ARRIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, arris is valid for Words With Friends
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ARRIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 5.

Is ARRIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, arris is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ARRIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 5.

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