What is the answer to "Tower-shaped chess piece"?

The most common answer is ROOK. However, there is 1 possible answer to this clue.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2025.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Easy difficulty.

Tower-shaped chess piece Crossword Clue Answer

Looking for Tower-shaped chess piece? This 4-letter clue recently appeared in the Universal August 21, 2025 puzzle. Find the answer below to complete your crossword.

Tower-shaped chess piece Crossword Answer

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Tower-shaped chess piece Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 4-letter answer to "Tower-shaped chess piece" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Tower-shaped chess piece" crossword clue is ROOK. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the Universal puzzle.

Which crossword used "Tower-shaped chess piece" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Universal puzzle on August 21, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What is the meaning of ROOK?

The word ROOK means: common gregarious Old World bird about the size and color of the American crow. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Tower-shaped chess piece".