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HOLDUP

12 pts

HOLDUP is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. HOLDUP means "a delay".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a delay

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

H4
O1
L1
D2
U1
P3
= 12

HOLDUP Scrabble FAQ

Is HOLDUP a Scrabble word?
HOLDUP is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
How many points is HOLDUP worth in Scrabble?
HOLDUP is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HOLDUP?
HOLDUP is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HOLDUP?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes HOLDUPS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.