Auger

5 lettersnoun

Updated June 2026

Definition

A tool with a helical bit for boring holes in wood or earth.

“The carpenter used an auger to drill holes for the dowels.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

au·ger

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Synonyms

snakegimletwimble

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Anagrams of Auger

Words that use exactly the same letters as “auger”.

argue gaure rugae

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “auger” to make these 5-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

aeger agger aiger anger augen auget augur huger juger luger

Words you can make from Auger

Shorter words formed from the letters in “auger”.

ager agre ague areg auge gare gaur gear grue guar rage urge

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6-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “auger”.

argued prague

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