Words Starting With WO
Welcome to a world where words beginning with "WO" take center stage! From wondrous wonders to whimsical wobbles, this collection is a wild ride through the wordy wilderness. Whether you're a wordsmith or just curious, dive in and discover the witty, wise, and wacky words waiting for you!
2 letter words
Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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wo | 5 | - | - |
3 letter words
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won | 6 | the basic unit of money in North Korea | - |
wow | 9 | a joke that seems extremely funny | - |
woo | 6 | seek someone's favor | China is wooing Russia |
woe | 6 | misery resulting from affliction | - |
wop | 8 | (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Italian descent | - |
wok | 10 | pan with a convex bottom; used for frying in Chinese cooking | - |
wog | 7 | (offensive British slang) term used by the British to refer to people of color from Africa or Asia | - |
wof | 9 | - | - |
wos | 6 | - | - |
wot | 6 | - | - |
wox | 13 | - | - |
4 letter words
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work | 11 | make uniform | work the clay until it is soft |
word | 8 | the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus) | - |
wood | 8 | United States painter noted for works based on life in the Midwest (1892-1942) | - |
woke | 11 | - | - |
wolf | 10 | a cruelly rapacious person | - |
wore | 7 | - | - |
worn | 7 | showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering | looking careworn as she bent over her mending |
worm | 9 | to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) | - |
wont | 7 | an established custom | - |
womb | 11 | a hollow muscular organ in the pelvic cavity of females; contains the developing fetus | - |
wool | 7 | a fabric made from the hair of sheep | - |
woof | 10 | the yarn woven across the warp yarn in weaving | - |
wort | 7 | unfermented or fermenting malt | - |
wove | 10 | - | - |
wold | 8 | a tract of open rolling country (especially upland) | - |
wonk | 11 | an insignificant student who is ridiculed as being affected or boringly studious | - |
woad | 8 | a blue dyestuff obtained from the woad plant | - |
woah | 10 | - | - |
wock | 13 | - | - |
woes | 7 | - | - |
wofs | 10 | - | - |
wogs | 8 | - | - |
woks | 11 | - | - |
wons | 7 | - | - |
woon | 7 | - | - |
woos | 7 | - | - |
woot | 7 | - | - |
wops | 9 | - | - |
wost | 7 | - | - |
wots | 7 | - | - |
wowf | 13 | - | - |
wows | 10 | - | - |
5 letter words
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would | 9 | - | - |
world | 9 | people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest | the Western world |
woman | 10 | a human female employed to do housework | I have a woman who comes in four hours a day while I write |
worry | 11 | be on the mind of | I worry about the second Germanic consonant shift |
women | 10 | - | - |
words | 9 | an angry dispute | they had words |
works | 12 | the internal mechanism of a device | - |
worth | 11 | French couturier (born in England) regarded as the founder of Parisian haute couture; noted for introducing the bustle (1825-1895) | - |
worse | 8 | changed for the worse in health or fitness | I feel worse today |
worst | 8 | defeat thoroughly | - |
woods | 9 | the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area | - |
wound | 9 | a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat | - |
worms | 10 | - | - |
woody | 12 | abounding in trees | a woody area near the highway |
woken | 12 | - | - |
woven | 11 | made or constructed by interlacing threads or strips of material or other elements into a whole | woven fabrics |
woozy | 20 | having or causing a whirling sensation; liable to falling | feeling woozy from the blow on his head |
wonky | 15 | inclined to shake as from weakness or defect | the bridge still stands though one of the arches is wonky |
wooly | 11 | confused and vague; used especially of thinking | - |
wormy | 13 | infested with or damaged (as if eaten) by worms | - |
wordy | 12 | using or containing too many words | newspapers of the day printed long wordy editorials |
wolly | 11 | - | - |
woosh | 11 | move with a sibilant sound | - |
woads | 9 | - | - |
woald | 9 | - | - |
wocks | 14 | - | - |
wodge | 10 | - | - |
woful | 11 | - | - |
wojus | 15 | - | - |
woker | 12 | - | - |
wokka | 16 | - | - |
wolds | 9 | - | - |
wolfs | 11 | - | - |
wolve | 11 | - | - |
wombs | 12 | - | - |
womby | 15 | - | - |
womyn | 13 | - | - |
wonga | 9 | - | - |
wongi | 9 | - | - |
wonks | 12 | - | - |
wonts | 8 | - | - |
wooed | 9 | - | - |
wooer | 8 | a man who courts a woman | - |
woofs | 11 | - | - |
woofy | 14 | - | - |
woold | 9 | - | - |
wools | 8 | - | - |
woons | 8 | - | - |
woops | 10 | - | - |
woopy | 13 | - | - |
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6 letter words
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worked | 14 | - | - |
wonder | 10 | something that causes feelings of wonder | the wonders of modern science |
worker | 13 | a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) | workers of the world--unite! |
worthy | 15 | worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse | - |
wolves | 12 | - | - |
wooden | 10 | lacking ease or grace | the actor's performance was wooden |
woolly | 12 | confused and vague; used especially of thinking | woolly thinking |
wobbly | 16 | inclined to shake as from weakness or defect | a wobbly chair with shaky legs |
wooing | 10 | a man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with the hope of marriage) | - |
wobble | 13 | move sideways or in an unsteady way | - |
worsen | 9 | grow worse | Conditions in the slum worsened |
wonton | 9 | a soup with won ton dumplings | - |
wombat | 13 | burrowing herbivorous Australian marsupials about the size of a badger | - |
woolen | 9 | a fabric made from the hair of sheep | - |
worser | 9 | - | - |
wooded | 11 | covered with growing trees and bushes etc | wooded land |
woeful | 12 | of very poor quality or condition | woeful treatment of the accused |
woofer | 12 | a loudspeaker that reproduces lower audio frequency sounds | - |
woodsy | 13 | abounding in trees | violets in woodsy shady spots |
wonted | 10 | commonly used or practiced; usual | with her wonted candor |
wormer | 11 | - | - |
woaded | 11 | - | - |
woalds | 10 | - | - |
wodges | 11 | - | - |
woggle | 11 | - | - |
wokest | 13 | - | - |
wolfed | 13 | - | - |
wolfer | 12 | - | - |
wolved | 13 | - | - |
wolver | 12 | - | - |
womans | 11 | - | - |
wombed | 14 | - | - |
womera | 11 | - | - |
wommit | 13 | - | - |
wongas | 10 | - | - |
wongis | 10 | - | - |
woning | 10 | - | - |
wonned | 10 | - | - |
wonner | 9 | - | - |
woobut | 11 | - | - |
woodie | 10 | - | - |
wooers | 9 | - | - |
woofed | 13 | - | - |
woohoo | 12 | - | - |
woolds | 10 | - | - |
wooled | 10 | - | - |
wooler | 9 | - | - |
woolie | 9 | - | - |
wooned | 10 | - | - |
woopie | 11 | - | - |
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7 letter words
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working | 15 | actively engaged in paid work | the working population |
worried | 11 | afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief | worried parents |
wounded | 12 | people who are wounded | they had to leave the wounded where they fell |
worship | 15 | a feeling of profound love and admiration | - |
workout | 14 | the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit | - |
worldly | 14 | characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world | worldly goods and advancement |
workman | 16 | an employee who performs manual or industrial labor | - |
woodman | 13 | makes things out of wood | - |
womanly | 15 | befitting or characteristic of a woman especially a mature woman | womanly virtues of gentleness and compassion |
wouldst | 11 | - | - |
wording | 12 | the manner in which something is expressed in words | - |
worrier | 10 | thinks about unfortunate things that might happen | - |
workday | 18 | a day on which work is done | - |
woollen | 10 | a fabric made from the hair of sheep | - |
worsted | 11 | a tightly twisted woolen yarn spun from long-staple wool | - |
wolfram | 15 | a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframite and scheelite | - |
wobbler | 14 | something that wobbles | - |
worktop | 16 | - | - |
woadwax | 21 | - | - |
wobbled | 15 | - | - |
wobbles | 14 | - | - |
woeness | 10 | - | - |
woesome | 12 | - | - |
wofully | 16 | - | - |
woggish | 15 | - | - |
woggles | 12 | - | - |
woiwode | 14 | - | - |
wolfers | 13 | - | - |
wolfing | 14 | - | - |
wolfish | 16 | devouring or craving food in great quantities | - |
wolfkin | 17 | - | - |
wollies | 10 | - | - |
wolvers | 13 | - | - |
wolving | 14 | - | - |
wolvish | 16 | - | - |
womaned | 13 | - | - |
wombats | 14 | - | - |
wombier | 14 | - | - |
wombing | 15 | - | - |
womeras | 12 | - | - |
wommera | 14 | - | - |
wommits | 14 | - | - |
wonders | 11 | - | - |
wondred | 12 | - | - |
wongied | 12 | - | - |
wonings | 11 | - | - |
wonkery | 17 | - | - |
wonkier | 14 | - | - |
wonkily | 17 | - | - |
wonkish | 17 | - | - |
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8 letter words
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worrying | 15 | causing distress or worry or anxiety | a worrying situation |
workshop | 20 | small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done | - |
wormhole | 16 | hole made by a burrowing worm | - |
wondrous | 12 | (used as an intensifier) extremely well | the colors changed wondrously slowly |
woodland | 13 | land that is covered with trees and shrubs | - |
woodcock | 20 | game bird of the sandpiper family that resembles a snipe | - |
woodwork | 19 | the craft of a carpenter: making things out of wood | - |
worthing | 15 | - | - |
wormwood | 17 | any of several low composite herbs of the genera Artemisia or Seriphidium | - |
workload | 16 | work that a person is expected to do in a specified time | - |
woodward | 16 | United States chemist honored for synthesizing complex organic compounds (1917-1979) | - |
worsened | 12 | changed for the worse in health or fitness | - |
workings | 16 | the internal mechanism of a device | - |
woodruff | 18 | Old World fragrant stoloniferous perennial having small white flowers and narrow leaves used as flavoring and in sachets; widely cultivated as a ground cover; in some classifications placed in genus Asperula | - |
wounding | 13 | causing physical or especially psychological injury | wounding and false charges of disloyalty |
workable | 17 | capable of being done with means at hand and circumstances as they are | - |
workroom | 17 | room where work is done | - |
woodsman | 14 | makes things out of wood | - |
wobbling | 16 | (of sound) fluctuating unsteadily | a low-pitched wobbling sound |
woodwind | 16 | any wind instrument other than the brass instruments | - |
wordplay | 17 | a humorous play on words | - |
workmate | 17 | a fellow worker | - |
woodworm | 17 | a larva of a woodborer | - |
wordless | 12 | expressed without speech | choking exasperation and wordless shame |
woefully | 17 | in an unfortunate or deplorable manner | it was woefully inadequate |
workbook | 21 | a student's book or booklet containing problems with spaces for solving them | - |
woodshed | 16 | a shed for storing firewood or garden tools | - |
woodbine | 14 | common North American vine with compound leaves and bluish-black berrylike fruit | - |
workweek | 22 | hours or days of work in a calendar week | - |
woodpile | 14 | a pile or stack of wood to be used for fuel | - |
womanize | 22 | to give a (more) feminine, effeminate, or womanly quality or appearance to | - |
worthily | 17 | in a worthy manner; with worthiness | - |
womanish | 16 | having characteristics associated with women and considered undesirable in men | womanish tears |
workflow | 21 | progress (or rate of progress) in work being done | - |
wormlike | 17 | totally submissive | - |
wobblers | 15 | - | - |
wobblier | 15 | - | - |
wobblies | 15 | - | - |
wobegone | 14 | - | - |
wofuller | 14 | - | - |
woiwodes | 15 | - | - |
wolffish | 20 | large elongate scaleless oceanic fishes with sharp teeth and a long dorsal fin that resembles a sail | - |
wolfings | 15 | - | - |
wolfkins | 18 | - | - |
wolflike | 18 | resembling or characteristic (or considered characteristic) of a wolf | ran in wolflike packs |
wolfling | 15 | - | - |
wolframs | 16 | - | - |
wolfskin | 18 | - | - |
wolvings | 15 | - | - |
womaning | 14 | - | - |
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9 letter words
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wonderful | 16 | extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers | - |
wondering | 14 | showing curiosity | - |
worthless | 15 | morally reprehensible | - |
worldwide | 17 | spanning or extending throughout the entire world | worldwide distribution |
workplace | 20 | a place where work is done | - |
womanizer | 23 | a man who likes many women and has short sexual relationships with them | - |
wolverine | 15 | a native or resident of Michigan | - |
workforce | 21 | the force of workers available | - |
worshiped | 18 | - | - |
wolfhound | 19 | the largest breed of dogs; formerly used to hunt wolves | - |
workhouse | 19 | a county jail that holds prisoners for periods up to 18 months | - |
womanhood | 18 | the state of being an adult woman | - |
woodhouse | 16 | - | - |
worrisome | 14 | causing distress or worry or anxiety | in a particularly worrisome predicament |
womenfolk | 21 | - | - |
worsening | 13 | process of changing to an inferior state | - |
womaniser | 14 | a man who likes many women and has short sexual relationships with them | - |
workbench | 23 | a strong worktable for a carpenter or mechanic | - |
workhorse | 19 | a horse used for plowing and hauling and other heavy labor | - |
worcester | 14 | United States lexicographer who was accused of plagiarism by Noah Webster (1784-1865) | - |
worshiper | 17 | someone who admires too much to recognize faults | - |
woebegone | 15 | affected by or full of grief or woe | his sorrow...made him look...haggard and...woebegone |
womankind | 19 | women as distinguished from men | - |
woodchuck | 24 | reddish brown North American marmot | - |
workspace | 20 | space allocated for your work (as in an office) | - |
worrywart | 18 | thinks about unfortunate things that might happen | - |
wolfsbane | 17 | poisonous Eurasian perennial herb with broad rounded leaves and yellow flowers and fibrous rootstock | - |
wordsmith | 18 | a fluent and prolific writer | - |
womanlike | 18 | the trait of being womanly; having the characteristics of an adult female | - |
wordiness | 13 | boring verbosity | - |
worksheet | 19 | a piece of paper recording work planned or done on a project | - |
woadwaxen | 23 | small Eurasian shrub having clusters of yellow flowers that yield a dye; common as a weed in Britain and the United States; sometimes grown as an ornamental | - |
woadwaxes | 23 | - | - |
wobbegong | 18 | - | - |
wobbliest | 16 | - | - |
wobblings | 17 | - | - |
woefuller | 15 | - | - |
woenesses | 12 | - | - |
wofullest | 15 | - | - |
wofulness | 15 | - | - |
wolfberry | 20 | - | - |
wolfishly | 21 | in the manner of a wolf | - |
wolflings | 16 | - | - |
wolfskins | 19 | - | - |
wolverene | 15 | - | - |
wolvishly | 21 | - | - |
womanised | 15 | - | - |
womanises | 14 | - | - |
womanisms | 16 | - | - |
womanists | 14 | - | - |
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10 letter words
View allWord | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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worthwhile | 22 | sufficiently valuable to justify the investment of time or interest | a worthwhile book |
worshipped | 21 | regarded with deep or rapturous love (especially as if for a god) | - |
wonderland | 15 | an imaginary realm of marvels or wonders | - |
workaholic | 22 | person with a compulsive need to work | - |
woodpecker | 22 | bird with strong claws and a stiff tail adapted for climbing and a hard chisel-like bill for boring into wood for insects | - |
worshipper | 20 | someone who admires too much to recognize faults | - |
womanizing | 25 | - | - |
woodcutter | 16 | cuts down trees and chops wood as a job | - |
worshiping | 19 | - | - |
worthiness | 16 | the quality or state of having merit or value | - |
wonderment | 16 | the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising | - |
wondrously | 17 | (used as an intensifier) extremely well | the colors changed wondrously slowly |
workingman | 20 | an employee who performs manual or industrial labor | - |
worryingly | 20 | in a manner to cause worry | - |
worshipful | 21 | showing adoration | - |
womanising | 16 | - | - |
woadwaxens | 24 | - | - |
wobbegongs | 19 | - | - |
wobbliness | 17 | - | - |
woefullest | 16 | - | - |
woefulness | 16 | intense mournfulness | - |
wolffishes | 22 | - | - |
wolfhounds | 20 | - | - |
wolframite | 18 | a mineral consisting of iron and manganese tungstate in crystalline form; the principal ore of tungsten; found in quartz veins associated with granitic rocks | - |
wolfsbanes | 18 | - | - |
wolverenes | 16 | - | - |
wolverines | 16 | - | - |
womanfully | 21 | - | - |
womanhoods | 19 | - | - |
womanisers | 15 | - | - |
womanishly | 21 | - | - |
womanizers | 24 | - | - |
womankinds | 20 | - | - |
womanliest | 15 | - | - |
womanpower | 20 | - | - |
womenfolks | 22 | - | - |
womenkinds | 20 | - | - |
womenswear | 18 | - | - |
wonderings | 15 | - | - |
wonderkids | 19 | - | - |
wonderless | 14 | - | - |
wonderwork | 21 | - | - |
wontedness | 14 | - | - |
woodblocks | 22 | - | - |
woodborers | 16 | - | - |
woodcarver | 19 | makes decorative wooden panels | - |
woodchucks | 25 | - | - |
woodcrafts | 19 | - | - |
woodenhead | 18 | - | - |
woodenness | 14 | the quality of being wooden and awkward | he criticized the woodenness of the acting |
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Step into the whimsical world of words starting with WO, where pronunciation twists and meanings dance. This playful prefix can turn an ordinary expression into something extraordinary, adding warmth, whimsy, or even a hint of wonder. Imagine the charm of "wobble" or the mystery of "wombat." These words not only enrich our vocabulary but also offer delightful challenges in pronunciation and spelling. Let's embark on a linguistic journey to explore these captivating creations, uncovering fascinating examples and high-scoring Scrabble gems along the way.
About words starting with WO
Words beginning with the letters WO hold a special place in the English language, often invoking images of woodlands, wonders, and woolly creatures. The combination of these two letters creates a soft yet strong sound that rolls off the tongue, making them both memorable and enjoyable to say. Their presence at the start of a word can set the tone for what follows, whether it's something wondrous, whimsical, or downright woolly.
The WO combination influences not just pronunciation but also meaning. For instance, "wonder" carries a sense of awe, while "worry" evokes concern. The position of WO at the start of these words helps define their character, creating a distinct identity that's easy to recognize and remember. Examples like "wolverine" and "worship" further illustrate how this prefix can morph into myriad forms, each with its own unique flavor and flair.
Popular word examples
Let's dive into some popular words starting with WO, each bringing its own character and charm to the English language.
Wobble
- Definition: To move unsteadily from side to side.
- Example in a Sentence: The table began to wobble under the weight of the books.
- Fun Fact: "Wobble" is derived from the Low German word "wabbeln," meaning to sag or flutter.
Wonder
- Definition: A feeling of amazement and admiration caused by something beautiful or remarkable.
- Example in a Sentence: She gazed in wonder at the night sky filled with stars.
- Fun Fact: The word "wonder" has been in use since Old English times, originating from the Proto-Germanic "wundran."
Woodpecker
- Definition: A bird known for pecking wood in search of insects.
- Example in a Sentence: The woodpecker's rhythmic tapping echoed through the forest.
- Fun Fact: Woodpeckers have specialized skulls that prevent brain injury during pecking.
Woolly
- Definition: Made of wool or having a fluffy texture.
- Example in a Sentence: The sheep's woolly coat kept it warm during winter.
- Fun Fact: "Woolly" can also colloquially describe something confusing or vague.
Wolverine
- Definition: A carnivorous mammal known for its strength and ferocity.
- Example in a Sentence: The wolverine is known for its ability to take down prey much larger than itself.
- Fun Fact: Wolverines are the largest members of the weasel family.
Wombat
- Definition: A burrowing herbivorous marsupial native to Australia.
- Example in a Sentence: The wombat shuffled through the underbrush, searching for food.
- Fun Fact: Wombats have cube-shaped poop, which helps mark their territory.
Worship
- Definition: The feeling or expression of reverence and adoration for a deity.
- Example in a Sentence: Every Sunday, they gathered to worship at the church.
- Fun Fact: "Worship" comes from the Old English "weorðscipe," meaning worthiness or respect.
Workhorse
- Definition: A person or machine that performs hard work consistently.
- Example in a Sentence: The old tractor was a reliable workhorse on the farm.
- Fun Fact: Originally, a "workhorse" referred specifically to horses used for labor rather than riding.
Wordsmith
- Definition: A skilled user of words, particularly a writer.
- Example in a Sentence: As a wordsmith, she crafted stories that captivated readers.
- Fun Fact: The term plays on the analogy of a blacksmith forging words like metal.
Workshop
- Definition: A space or event where practical work takes place.
- Example in a Sentence: The artist spent hours in her workshop, creating new sculptures.
- Fun Fact: In addition to physical spaces, "workshop" can refer to collaborative sessions that focus on skill development.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For all the Scrabble enthusiasts out there, here are some high-scoring words beginning with WO that might just give you the winning edge.
Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
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Wombat | 13 | A burrowing herbivorous marsupial native to Australia. |
Wonky | 15 | Not straight or balanced; askew. |
Wombles | 14 | (Plural) Fictional creatures known for recycling. |
Wonkish | 17 | Resembling or characteristic of a wonk; nerdy. |
Workday | 15 | A day on which work is done. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
If you're a Wordle aficionado, here are some prime five-letter words starting with WO to keep in your arsenal.
Word | Definition |
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Woman | An adult female human. |
Worry | To feel anxious or troubled about actual or potential problems. |
Worst | Most severe, serious, or unpleasant. |
World | The earth, together with all of its countries, peoples, and natural features. |
Woven | Formed by interlacing threads. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Discover the fascinating world of unusual and rare words beginning with WO that add a touch of intrigue to any conversation.
Wodge
- Definition: A large piece or part of something.
- Interesting Fact: Despite its rarity, "wodge" is sometimes used in British slang to refer to a wad of cash.
- Example in a Sentence: He handed me a wodge of papers to review over the weekend.
Wonted
- Definition: Usual or habitual.
- Interesting Fact: "Wonted" shares roots with "wont," an archaic term for being accustomed to something.
- Example in a Sentence: She completed her tasks with her wonted efficiency.
Woad
- Definition: A plant used historically to produce a blue dye.
- Interesting Fact: Woad was used by ancient Britons to paint their bodies before battle.
- Example in a Sentence: The woad leaves were harvested to create a vibrant blue dye.
Woolgathering
- Definition: Indulgence in aimless thought or daydreaming.
- Interesting Fact: "Woolgathering" originally referred to the act of gathering loose wool caught on bushes.
- Example in a Sentence: He was caught woolgathering instead of paying attention in class.
Wormhole
- Definition: A hypothetical passage through space-time creating shortcuts for long journeys across the universe.
- Interesting Fact: The concept of a wormhole is a staple in science fiction, often used as a plot device for time travel.
- Example in a Sentence: The spaceship ventured through a wormhole to reach the distant galaxy.
Final words
Words starting with WO are a whimsical window into the English language, offering a wealth of meanings and uses. Whether you're weaving them into daily conversation, using them strategically in word games, or simply marveling at their sounds, these words add a wonderful dimension to our vocabulary. So next time you encounter one, let it whisk you away into the wondrous world of words.