Definition of PHYLE

phyle

Meanings

Plural: phylae, phyles

Noun

  • a tribe of ancient Athenians
  • A local division of the people; a clan or tribe.
  • A subdivision of the priestly caste in ancient Egypt, headed by a phylarch.

Origin / Etymology

From New Latin phȳlē, from Ancient Greek φῡλή (phūlḗ, “a union of individuals into a community”).

Scrabble Score: 13

phyle is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
phyle is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
phyle is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 13

phyle is a valid Words With Friends word