Definition of TERRET

terret

Plural: terrets

Noun

  • A metal ring on a harness, typically for guiding reins.
  • One of the rings on the top of the harness saddle, through which the reins pass.

Examples

  • The obscure word TERRET, a valid play, earned him unexpected points in Words With Friends.

Origin / Etymology

Alteration of Middle English toret, turret (“half-ring, eyelet”), from Anglo-Norman turette, diminutive of Old French tur (“circuit, ring”). More at turn.

Scrabble Score: 6

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

Words With Friends Score: 6

terret: valid Words With Friends Word