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Friday, December 26, 2025
Word of the Day

labyrinth

noun

A complicated irregular network of passages; a maze; something intricate and confusing.

Common - Frequently used in everyday language

Etymology

From Greek labyrinthos, originally the name of the maze built by Daedalus in Crete.

Examples in Use

  • 1.

    "The old castle contained a labyrinth of underground tunnels."

  • 2.

    "Navigating the bureaucratic labyrinth took months."

  • 3.

    "The garden featured a beautiful hedge labyrinth."

Related Vocabulary

Synonyms

mazetanglewebnetwork

Related Words

puzzlecomplexityintricacy

Fun Fact

In Greek mythology, the Minotaur was trapped in the Labyrinth of Crete, built by Daedalus.

Word Game Tips

Letters: 9 letters (L, A, B, Y, R, I, N, T, H)

Scrabble Value: 17 points

Tip: Words ending in "TH" are often good scoring opportunities.

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