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PATENT

8 pts

PATENT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. PATENT means "to obtain a government grant protecting an inventor's rights".

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to obtain a government grant protecting an inventor's rights

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Letter Values

P3
A1
T1
E1
N1
T1
= 8

PATENT Scrabble FAQ

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