Word Lanes Level 8561 answers are listed below — this level belongs to the Lighthouse Cove pack. There are 7 clues in this level. Every clue is shown alongside its verified answer word. Use the Copy button on any row to grab an answer without typo risk, or hit Copy All to copy the full set.
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| # | Clue | Answer | Letters | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | A cat's eye __ repels evil and clears obstacles | GEMSTONE | 8 | |
| 02 | A simpler term for masticating | CHEWING | 7 | |
| 03 | A sweet Italian spread made from hazelnuts | NUTELLA | 7 | |
| 04 | Amount of food per person | PORTION | 7 | |
| 05 | Female head of an extended family | MATRIARCH | 9 | |
| 06 | Found on a bike and part of a necklace | CHAIN | 5 | |
| 07 | Root with a zing, used in teas, curries, cakes | GINGER | 6 |
Word Lanes Level 8561 has 7 words. Always place the longest word first — MATRIARCH (9 letters). Every confirmed letter in that lane immediately narrows the candidates for adjacent positions, and the shorter lanes fall into place almost automatically.
Word Lanes has no single-use restriction on tiles — any letter can appear in as many words as needed. If a word seems impossible, try reversals and common English suffixes (-ED, -ER, -ING, -TION). The Word Lanes hub has every level with verified answers if you need a full reference.
Level 8561 is part of the Lighthouse Cove pack. Pack themes cluster the vocabulary — if you know the theme, bias toward related words. After this level, head to Level 8562 to keep your streak going.
Word Lanes levels share the same numbering across all 9 editions. Click any language to see Level 8561 in that language.