How many points is CANKERING worth in Scrabble?

CANKERING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CANKERING?

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

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CANKERING

16 pts

CANKERING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. CANKERING is a verb form of canker. CANKER means "to affect with ulcerous sores".

Meaning & examples

verb

To affect as a canker; to eat away; to corrode; to consume.
To infect or pollute; to corrupt.
To waste away, grow rusty, or be oxidized, as a mineral.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CANKERING is a verb form of canker. CANKER means "to affect with ulcerous sores".

In a sentence: "They cankering."

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CANKER12 pts

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Letter Values

= 16

CANKERING Scrabble FAQ

Is CANKERING a Scrabble word?: CANKERING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does CANKERING mean?: CANKERING is a verb form of canker. CANKER means "to affect with ulcerous sores".
How do you use CANKERING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They cankering."
How many points is CANKERING worth in Scrabble?: CANKERING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CANKERING?: CANKERING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).