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CORE

6 pts

CORE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. CORE means "to remove the central part of".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to remove the central part of

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Front hooks

Add one letter before CORE. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

C3
O1
R1
E1
= 6

CORE Scrabble FAQ

Is CORE a Scrabble word?
CORE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
How many points is CORE worth in Scrabble?
CORE is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CORE?
CORE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CORE?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SCORE, CORED, CORER, CORES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.