Tennessee Word Search

Free Tennessee word search. We picked 12 themed words — state symbols, landmarks, food, and famous cities — and laid them out on a 15×15 grid. Drag across the letters to find every word on the list.

Words to find: MOCKINGBIRD, IRIS, TULIPTREE, RACCOON, BOXTURTLE, FIREFLY, VOLUNTEER, TENNESSEE, NASHVILLE, MEMPHIS, KNOXVILLE, CHATTANOOGA.

Found words stay highlighted, so the grid gets easier to read as you go and the final few tend to fall quickly.

Tennessee word list, defined

MOCKINGBIRD /mɒkɪŋˈbɜːrd/ · noun

A bird that mimics the songs of other birds, often considered a symbol of the American South. In literature, a term used to describe a person who speaks out against injustice. Related: mimic, imitator, parrot, songbird.

IRIS /ˈaɪrɪs/ · noun

The iris is the coloured part of the eye surrounding the pupil. It is a ring-shaped structure that controls the amount of light entering the eye. Related: eye, pupil, cornea, retina.

RACCOON /ræˈkuːn/ · noun

A medium-sized, carnivorous mammal native to North America, known for its distinctive black and white markings and dexterous hands. It is a common sight in forests and woodlands, often seen rummaging through trash cans or climbing trees. Related: bandit, mask, trash panda, ringtail.

FIREFLY /ˈfaɪərˌflaɪ/ · noun

A small insect that emits light, typically in the evening, often used as a fire source or for communication. A firefly is also known as a lightning bug. Related: glowworm, lightning bug, fire beetle, glowfly.

VOLUNTEER /ˈvɒləntɪər/ · noun, verb

A person who freely offers to take part in an activity or help a person or organization. To give or offer one's time, services, or resources to help someone or something. Related: helper, assistant, donor, contributor.

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