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LAP

5 pts

LAP is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. LAP means "to fold over or around something".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to fold over or around something

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Front hooks

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

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

L1
A1
P3
= 5

LAP Scrabble FAQ

Is LAP a Scrabble word?
LAP is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points.
How many points is LAP worth in Scrabble?
LAP is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LAP?
LAP is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LAP?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CLAP, FLAP, SLAP, LAPS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.