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ANKLE

9 pts

ANKLE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. ANKLE is a verb form of walk. WALK means "to proceed by moving each leg in turn, touching down with the heel before the toe".

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Definition and meaning

ANKLE is a verb form of walk. WALK means "to proceed by moving each leg in turn, touching down with the heel before the toe".

In a sentence: "They ankle."

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Letter Values

A1
N1
K5
L1
E1
= 9

ANKLE Scrabble FAQ

Is ANKLE a Scrabble word?
ANKLE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does ANKLE mean?
ANKLE is a verb form of walk. WALK means "to proceed by moving each leg in turn, touching down with the heel before the toe".
How do you use ANKLE in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They ankle."
How many points is ANKLE worth in Scrabble?
ANKLE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ANKLE?
ANKLE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ANKLE?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CANKLE, RANKLE, ANKLET. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.