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LINGER
7 ptsLINGER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points. LINGER means "to delay leaving".
verb
Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word
Dictionary Definition
to delay leaving
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Front hooks
Add one letter before LINGER. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.
Back hooks
Add one letter after LINGER. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).
Shorter words from these letters
Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in LINGER, without blank tiles.
Word forms
Related words
Letter Values
L1
I1
N1
G2
E1
R1
= 7
LINGER Scrabble FAQ
- Is LINGER a Scrabble word?
- LINGER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points.
- How many points is LINGER worth in Scrabble?
- LINGER is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept LINGER?
- LINGER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
- Can you add a letter to LINGER?
- In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CLINGER, FLINGER, SLINGER, LINGERS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.