THURIFIES

Noun Verb Adjective

Definition

THURIFIES THURIFIES: to burn incense as a ritual offering; thurifiers (plural), thurifying (present participle), thurified (past tense), thurifier (agent noun), thurifiest (superlative), thurifyingly (adverb). Original rephrased definition: THURIFIES: The act of burning incense as a ceremonial gesture; thurifiers perform this ritual while thurifyingly spreading the fragrant smoke.

Word Analysis

Usage and Context

The word THURIFIES 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.

Learning Tip

Understanding words like THURIFIES helps expand your vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity of the English language. Many words in the Scrabble dictionary come from specialized fields, historical periods, or other languages, showing how English continues to evolve and incorporate new terms.

Scrabble Information

Word: THURIFIES

Length: 9 letters

Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS

Status: Official Scrabble word

Usage

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