How many points is CALTROPS worth in Scrabble?

CALTROPS is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CALTROPS?

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

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CALTROPS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. CALTROPS is a noun form of caltrop. CALTROP means "a spiny plant".

A small, metal object with spikes arranged so that, when thrown onto the ground, one always faces up as a threat to pedestrians, horses, and vehicles.
The same object represented as a heraldic charge.
The starthistle, Centaurea calcitrapa, a plant with sharp thorns.

Synonyms: bindii, burra, puncturevine, knapweed, calthrop, caltrap, cheval trap, crow’s foot

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

CALTROPS is a noun form of caltrop. CALTROP means "a spiny plant".

In a sentence: "The caltrops is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of CALTROPS. It scores 12 points.

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Is CALTROPS a Scrabble word?: CALTROPS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does CALTROPS mean?: CALTROPS is a noun form of caltrop. CALTROP means "a spiny plant".
How do you use CALTROPS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The caltrops is noted."
How many points is CALTROPS worth in Scrabble?: CALTROPS is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CALTROPS?: CALTROPS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).