RETROFLEXES Retroflexes refer to consonant sounds produced by curling the tip of the tongue back towards the roof of the mouth. Root meanings: - Retroflexes (plural): multiple instances of producing consonant sounds by curling the tip of the tongue back towards the roof of the mouth. - Retroflexing (present participle): the act of producing consonant sounds by curling the tip of the tongue back towards the roof of the mouth. - Retroflexed (past participle
The word RETROFLEXES can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.
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Word: RETROFLEXES
Length: 11 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word RETROFLEXES can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.