2,459 Words Containing "OA"
2,459 words containing "OA" in our 199K-word dictionary.
Browse the complete list of 2,459 English words containing "OA". Each word in the grid below shows its IPA pronunciation, CEFR difficulty level (A1 beginner up to C2 mastery), and a one-line plain-English definition. Click any word to open its full dictionary entry. Use the filters to narrow by length, part of speech, or learner level.
Most Common Words Containing "OA" (Top 1k)
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Less Common Words Containing "OA" (Top 5k+)
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Approach /əˈproʊtʃ/verb B2
To move nearer to something or someone gradually.
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Bemoan /bɪˈmoʊn/verb C1
To complain about or express unhappiness with a situation or condition.
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Board /bɔːrd/noun A1
a piece of wood or hard material shaped like a flat rectangle, used for many purposes
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Boat /boʊt/noun A1
a small ship or vessel for traveling on water, usually carrying people or goods
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Broad /brɔːd/adj A2
Wide or covering a large area; not narrow.
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Broadcast /ˈbrɔːdkæst/verb B1
To send a TV or radio signal to many people at the same time.
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Coach /koʊtʃ/noun A1
Someone who teaches people how to play a sport or improve their athletic skills.
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Coal /koʊl/noun A2
A dark solid fuel that comes from under the ground and is used for heating and power.
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Coarse /kɔːrs/adj B1
Having a rough, bumpy surface; not smooth or delicate.
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Coat /koʊt/noun A1
A piece of clothing you wear on top to keep warm or dry outside.
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Dashboard /ˈdæʃbɔːrd/noun B2
A screen or page that shows important numbers and charts so you can quickly see how things are performing.
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Encroach /ɪnˈkrəʊtʃ/verb C2
To slowly and quietly move into someone else's space or take their rights, usually without asking. Like spreading into territory that isn't yours.
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Words Containing "OA" by Length
3 Letter Words Containing "OA" (14)
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4 Letter Words Containing "OA" (59)
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Boat /boʊt/noun A1
a small ship or vessel for traveling on water, usually carrying people or goods
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Coal /koʊl/noun A2
A dark solid fuel that comes from under the ground and is used for heating and power.
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Coat /koʊt/noun A1
A piece of clothing you wear on top to keep warm or dry outside.
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Goal /ɡoʊl/noun A1
Something you want to accomplish or achieve, like finishing a project or learning a skill.
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5 Letter Words Containing "OA" (117)
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Board /bɔːrd/noun A1
a piece of wood or hard material shaped like a flat rectangle, used for many purposes
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Broad /brɔːd/adj A2
Wide or covering a large area; not narrow.
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Coach /koʊtʃ/noun A1
Someone who teaches people how to play a sport or improve their athletic skills.
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6 Letter Words Containing "OA" (169)
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7 Letter Words Containing "OA" (274)
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8 Letter Words Containing "OA" (379)
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9 Letter Words Containing "OA" (428)
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10 Letter Words Containing "OA" (359)
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11 Letter Words Containing "OA" (249)
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12 Letter Words Containing "OA" (165)
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13 Letter Words Containing "OA" (109)
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14 Letter Words Containing "OA" (78)
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15 Letter Words Containing "OA" (59)
Words Containing "OA" by Part of Speech
Nouns Containing "OA" (15)
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Road /roʊd/noun A1
A path with a hard surface for cars and trucks to drive on.
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Board /bɔːrd/noun A1
a piece of wood or hard material shaped like a flat rectangle, used for many purposes
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Boat /boʊt/noun A1
a small ship or vessel for traveling on water, usually carrying people or goods
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Coach /koʊtʃ/noun A1
Someone who teaches people how to play a sport or improve their athletic skills.
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Coal /koʊl/noun A2
A dark solid fuel that comes from under the ground and is used for heating and power.
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Coat /koʊt/noun A1
A piece of clothing you wear on top to keep warm or dry outside.
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Goal /ɡoʊl/noun A1
Something you want to accomplish or achieve, like finishing a project or learning a skill.
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Loan /loʊn/noun A2
Money that a bank or person lends to you, which you must pay back with extra money (interest) added.
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Soap /səʊp/noun A1
A substance you use with water to clean your hands, body, or clothes.
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Highway /ˈhaɪweɪ/noun B1
A big, main road that connects cities and towns where many cars drive.
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Keyboard /ˈkiːbɔːrd/noun A1
A board with many buttons (keys) that you press with your fingers to type on a computer or play a musical instrument.
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Oar /ɔːr/noun B1
A stick with a flat end that rowers use to move boats forward.
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Throat /θroʊt/noun A1
Your throat is the tube inside your neck that connects your mouth to your body.
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Dashboard /ˈdæʃbɔːrd/noun B2
A screen or page that shows important numbers and charts so you can quickly see how things are performing.
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Oasis /oʊˈeɪ.sɪs/noun B2
A green, watery spot in the middle of a desert where plants and people can survive.
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Verbs Containing "OA" (10)
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Approach /əˈproʊtʃ/verb B2
To move nearer to something or someone gradually.
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Float /floʊt/verb A2
To stay on top of water or move slowly through the air.
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Hoard /hɔːrd/verb B1
Collect and keep many items for future use.
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Load /loʊd/verb A2
To put things into or onto something, like loading cargo onto a truck or cargo into a container.
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Roast /roʊst/verb B1
Cook food in an oven using heat.
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Soar /sɔr/verb B1
To move up into the air and fly high, like a bird gliding on wind currents.
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Bemoan /bɪˈmoʊn/verb C1
To complain about or express unhappiness with a situation or condition.
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Broadcast /ˈbrɔːdkæst/verb B1
To send a TV or radio signal to many people at the same time.
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Encroach /ɪnˈkrəʊtʃ/verb C2
To slowly and quietly move into someone else's space or take their rights, usually without asking. Like spreading into territory that isn't yours.
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Onboard /ˌɒnˈbɔːrd/verb C1
To help a new employee learn how the company works, meet the team, and get ready to do their job. A company onboards new staff through training and orientation.
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Adjectives Containing "OA" (2)
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Broad /brɔːd/adj A2
Wide or covering a large area; not narrow.
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Coarse /kɔːrs/adj B1
Having a rough, bumpy surface; not smooth or delicate.
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Adverbs Containing "OA" (0)
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How to Use Words Containing "OA"
Scrabble and Word Games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, words containing "OA" can be valuable when you need to play through an existing tile on the board. Higher-tier letters like J, Q, X, and Z multiply your score quickly when stacked on bonus squares — scan the list below for short words that contain them. Two and three-letter words containing "OA" are especially useful for parallel plays where you build along an existing word and earn points for every adjacent tile.
Crossword Puzzles
For crossword puzzles, the most useful entries are mid-length common words — 5 to 8 letters — that fit standard grid patterns. Filter the list by length to match the cells in your clue. Pay attention to the CEFR level: clues from mainstream newspapers favour B1–B2 vocabulary, while themed and cryptic puzzles draw on rarer C1 and C2 words. The IPA shown on each card also helps confirm a guess — a clue marked "two syllables" should match a word with a simple stress pattern.
Creative Writing and Poetry
Writers and poets often look for groups of words containing "OA" to build alliteration, rhythm, or near-rhymes. Sort the list by length, scan the rare and C1+ words for fresh imagery, and use the linked dictionary entries to confirm connotation before you commit. The plain-English definitions are intentionally short so you can scan dozens of options without losing flow.
Longest Word Containing "OA"
Frequently Asked Questions About Words Containing "OA"
- How many words containing "OA"?
- There are 2,459 words containing "OA" in our 199,000-word English dictionary. The list ranges from common everyday words to rarer specialised vocabulary.
- What is the longest word containing "OA"?
- The longest word containing "OA" in our list is "ANTICOAGULATING" — 15 letters long. Tap the word to see its full definition.
- Are these words valid in Scrabble?
- Most of the words in this list are valid in Scrabble and similar word games (we cross-reference standard tournament dictionaries). A handful of proper nouns and very rare technical terms may not be — when in doubt, double-check with the official Scrabble dictionary used in your league.
- How many 5-letter words containing "OA"?
- 117 5-letter words containing "OA" — useful for Wordle, daily puzzles, and short crosswords. Filter by length above to see only 5-letter results.