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TENAILLE

8 pts

TENAILLE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. TENAILLE means "an outer defense".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

an outer defense

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

Word forms

Letter Values

T1
E1
N1
A1
I1
L1
L1
E1
= 8

TENAILLE Scrabble FAQ

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