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DETAINEE

9 pts

DETAINEE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. DETAINEE means "detain".

0/15 letters

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Score: 0

verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

detain

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Add one letter after DETAINEE. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

D2
E1
T1
A1
I1
N1
E1
E1
= 9

DETAINEE Scrabble FAQ

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