area
area is a valid 4-letter word worth 4 points in Scrabble and 4 points in Words with Friends.
What does area mean?
A part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve.
A particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography).
“it was a mountainous area”
The extent of a 2-dimensional surface enclosed within a boundary.
“the area of a rectangle”
“it was about 500 square feet in area”
A particular environment or walk of life.
“it was a closed area of employment”
A part of a structure having some specific characteristic or function.
“the spacious cooking area provided plenty of room for servants”
A subject of study.
“it was his area of specialization”
“areas of interest include...”