Scrofula
/ˈskɹɒfjʊlə/
noun
- A form of tuberculosis, most common in children, tending to cause enlarged and degenerated lymph nodes, especially in the neck, and often chronic, intractable skin inflammation as well.
"1970: R.H.C. Davis A History of Medieval Europe Longman: SBN 582482089. P298. "(In 1100) It (The Church) relied on the king (of France) for protection and in return gave him authority. It even ..gave support for the claim that by his royal touch, he could miraculously cure the scrofula. (A similar claim was made for the kings of England, and was exercised till the reign of Queen Anne; one of the last people to be cured in that way being Dr. Johnson.)"
No exact anagrams found for "scrofula". This word has a unique letter combination.
SYNONYMS
Total: 13 Scrabble points
Word Validity & Sources
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About the Word "Scrofula"
Scrofula is a 8-letter word that scores 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends.
Using "Scrofula" in Word Games
When playing Scrabble or Words With Friends, "scrofula" is a medium-scoring word.