Definition of byssus

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • byssus is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • byssus is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • byssus is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of byssus


  • tuft of strong filaments by which e.g. a mussel makes itself fast to a fixed surface (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. beard

See definition of byssus in Merriam Webster