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AUXOTROPH

21 pts

AUXOTROPH is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 21 points. AUXOTROPH means "an organism, such as a strain of bacteria, that has lost the ability to synthesize certain substances required for its growth and metabolism as the result of mutational changes".

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

an organism, such as a strain of bacteria, that has lost the ability to synthesize certain substances required for its growth and metabolism as the result of mutational changes

In a sentence: "The auxotroph is noted."

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Letter Values

A1
U1
X8
O1
T1
R1
O1
P3
H4
= 21

AUXOTROPH Scrabble FAQ

Is AUXOTROPH a Scrabble word?
AUXOTROPH is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 21 points.
What does AUXOTROPH mean?
an organism, such as a strain of bacteria, that has lost the ability to synthesize certain substances required for its growth and metabolism as the result of mutational changes
How do you use AUXOTROPH in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The auxotroph is noted."
How many points is AUXOTROPH worth in Scrabble?
AUXOTROPH is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept AUXOTROPH?
AUXOTROPH is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to AUXOTROPH?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes AUXOTROPHY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.