PENUMBRAE

Noun Verb Adjective

Definition

PENUMBRAE Penumbrae are the partial shadows or shaded areas that are created when an object blocks some, but not all, of the light from a source; penumbras (plural), penumbral (adjective), penumbrally (adverb). The penumbrae of an object are the partially shaded areas that result from the obstruction of light, creating a gradient of shadow; penumbras (plural), penumbral (adjective), penumbrally (adverb

Scrabble Information

Word: PENUMBRAE

Length: 9 letters

Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS

Status: Official Scrabble word

Usage

The word PENUMBRAE can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.