Definition of SKEP

skep

Meanings

Plural: skeps

Noun

  • a large round wicker basket (used on farms)
  • a domed beehive made of twisted straw
  • A basket.
  • A beehive made of straw or wicker.

Origin / Etymology

Late Old English sceppe, from Old Norse skeppa (“basket”). Cognate with Danish skæppe (“an old Danish unit of measure equalling 17.4 l”).

Synonyms

skip

Scrabble Score: 10

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

Words With Friends Score: 11

skep is a valid Words With Friends word