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Play a Baton Rouge word search free online. We built the 12-word list around landmarks, neighborhoods, and local flavor, then scattered it across a 15×15 grid — horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Find them all to clear the board.
Words to find: TIGERS, MIKETIGER, GUMBO, JAMBALAYA, CRAWFISH, POBOY, BOUDIN, BEIGNET, PRALINE, ETOUFFEE, BEAUREGARD, SPANISHTOWN.
Diagonals are where most players stall. Once you are down to the last word or two, sweep the diagonals deliberately.
Baton Rouge word list, defined
TIGERS/tɪɡərz/ · noun
Large carnivorous felines native to Asia, characterized by their orange and black stripes. They are known for their powerful physiques and distinctive roars. Related: panthers, leopards, lions, jaguars.
GUMBO/ˈɡʌmbəʊ/ · noun
A dish of West African origin, made with a combination of ingredients such as meat or seafood, vegetables, and a thickening agent, typically okra or rice flour, in a rich broth. Related: stew, goulash, bouillon, chowder.
JAMBALAYA/dʒæmbəˈlaɪə/ · noun
A one-pot dish of rice, meat, and vegetables, originating from Louisiana, typically made with sausage and chicken. Related: gumbo, jamboree, feijoada, paella.
CRAWFISH/ˈkrɔːfɪʃ/ · noun
A small freshwater crustacean resembling a miniature lobster, common in streams and rivers and widely eaten in the southern United States. Also used as a chiefly American informal verb meaning to back out of a commitment or retreat from a position. Related: crayfish, crawdad, crawdaddy, mudbug.
POBOY/pəˈbuːi/ · noun
A sandwich made with fried seafood, typically shrimp or oysters, served on a long, crusty roll with lettuce, tomato, and remoulade sauce. Related: sandwich, po' boy, seafood sandwich.
BOUDIN/bʊdɛ̃/ · noun
A type of sausage originating from France, typically made from pork and seasoned with spices and herbs. Related: sausage, pâté, cured meat.
BEIGNET/ˈbɛnjeɪ/ · noun
A square or round piece of dough that is deep-fried and dusted generously with powdered sugar, eaten as a pastry or fritter. It is especially associated with New Orleans, where it is traditionally served hot alongside café au lait. Related: fritter, doughnut, pastry, fried dough.
PRALINE/ˈprɑːlaɪn/ · noun
A type of confectionery made from sugar, cream, and nuts, typically pecans or hazelnuts, that is cooked to a caramelized state and then cooled and shaped into small pieces. Pralines are often used as a topping for ice cream or as a filling for chocolates. Related: caramel, toffee, marzipan, truffle.
ETOUFFEE/ˌeɪtuːˈfeɪ/ · noun
A Cajun and Creole dish from Louisiana consisting of shellfish or chicken smothered in a thick, seasoned sauce made with a roux and the 'Holy Trinity' of onions, celery, and bell peppers, typically served over rice. Related: stew, smothered dish, ragout, gumbo.