NYT Dictionary

PELHAM

/ˈpɛləm/
NounPEL-hampel-ham · 2 syllablesCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2022, 2025

Meaning

A type of bit used on the bridle of a horse, consisting of a mouthpiece, a shank, and two rings on each side.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

arrestbitbrakechainchockclogcurbdamperdoorstopdrag

NYT Puzzle Appearances

No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2020, 2022, 2025.

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