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CAPSTAN

11 pts

CAPSTAN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points. CAPSTAN means "a machine used to hoist weights".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a machine used to hoist weights

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Add one letter after CAPSTAN. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in CAPSTAN, without blank tiles.

Word forms

Letter Values

C3
A1
P3
S1
T1
A1
N1
= 11

CAPSTAN Scrabble FAQ

Is CAPSTAN a Scrabble word?
CAPSTAN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points.
How many points is CAPSTAN worth in Scrabble?
CAPSTAN is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CAPSTAN?
CAPSTAN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CAPSTAN?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CAPSTANS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.