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SKEIN

9 pts

SKEIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. SKEIN means "to wind into long, loose coils".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to wind into long, loose coils

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

Word forms

Letter Values

S1
K5
E1
I1
N1
= 9

SKEIN Scrabble FAQ

Is SKEIN a Scrabble word?
SKEIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
How many points is SKEIN worth in Scrabble?
SKEIN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SKEIN?
SKEIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SKEIN?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SKEINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.