Definition of GULES

gules

Plural: gules

Noun

  • The heraldic color red.
  • Red, e.g. on a coat of arms, typically represented in engraving by vertical parallel lines.
  • plural of gule

Adj

  • In blazon, of the colour red.

Examples

  • The GULES squares on the Scrabble board often denote premium scoring opportunities.
  • The symbol of the Red Cross is a cross gules.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English goules, from Old French geule (“animal’s mouth, throat”) via Middle French geules. Compare with French gueules, Portuguese goelas and Spanish gules.

Scrabble Score: 6

gules: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
gules: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
gules: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 9

gules: valid Words With Friends Word