Definition of REI

rei

Plural: reis

Noun

  • An archaic, erroneous English term for a former Portuguese coin.
  • A Portuguese real

Examples

  • While REI might seem like a small play, every point counts in a close game of Scrabble.

Origin / Etymology

Incorrect back-formation of Portuguese plural réis. The correct singular is real.

Scrabble Score: 3

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

Words With Friends Score: 0

rei: not valid in Words With Friends