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SHELL

8 pts

SHELL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. SHELL means "to divest of a hard outer covering".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to divest of a hard outer covering

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

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

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Letter Values

S1
H4
E1
L1
L1
= 8

SHELL Scrabble FAQ

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