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CODON

8 pts

CODON is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. CODON means "a triplet of nucleotides (basic components of DNA)".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a triplet of nucleotides (basic components of DNA)

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

Word forms

Letter Values

C3
O1
D2
O1
N1
= 8

CODON Scrabble FAQ

Is CODON a Scrabble word?
CODON is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
How many points is CODON worth in Scrabble?
CODON is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CODON?
CODON is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CODON?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CODONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.