How many points is ARM worth in Scrabble?

ARM is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ARM?

ARM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to ARM?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes BARM, FARM, HARM, WARM, ARMY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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ARM

5 pts

ARM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. ARM means "to supply with weapons".

Meaning & examples

/ɑːm/

Pronunciation: /ɑɹm/

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noun

The portion of the upper human appendage, from the shoulder to the wrist and sometimes including the hand.
Example: She stood with her right arm extended and her palm forward to indicate “Stop!”
The extended portion of the upper limb, from the shoulder to the elbow.
Example: The arm and forearm are parts of the upper limb in the human body.
A limb, or locomotive or prehensile organ, of an invertebrate animal.
Example: the arms of an octopus

verb

To take by the arm; to take up in one's arms.

adjective

Poor; lacking in riches or wealth.
To be pitied; pitiful; wretched.

noun

(usually used in the plural) A weapon.
(in the plural) Heraldic bearings or insignia.
Example: The Duke's arms were a sable gryphon rampant on an argent field.
(in the plural) War; hostilities; deeds or exploits of war.

verb

To supply with armour or (later especially) weapons.
Example: The king armed his knights with swords and shields.
To prepare a tool or a weapon for action; to activate.
Example: Remember to arm the alarm system before leaving for work.
To cover or furnish with a plate, or with whatever will add strength, force, security, or efficiency.
Example: to arm the hit of a sword; to arm a hook in angling

Synonyms: beweapon

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to supply with weapons

In a sentence: "They arm."

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ARMER7 pts

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

ARMY9 pts

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Letter Values

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ARM Scrabble FAQ

Is ARM a Scrabble word?: ARM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points.
What does ARM mean?: to supply with weapons
How do you use ARM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They arm."
How many points is ARM worth in Scrabble?: ARM is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ARM?: ARM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ARM?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes BARM, FARM, HARM, WARM, ARMY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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