How many points is CANKERS worth in Scrabble?

CANKERS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CANKERS?

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

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CANKERS

13 pts

CANKERS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. CANKERS is a verb form of canker. CANKER means "to affect with ulcerous sores".

Meaning & examples

noun

A plant disease marked by gradual decay.
A region of dead plant tissue caused by such a disease.
A worm or grub that destroys plant buds or leaves; cankerworm.

Synonyms: roup, frounce, noma, water canker

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

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

In a sentence: "They cankers."

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CANKER12 pts

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Letter Values

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CANKERS Scrabble FAQ

Is CANKERS a Scrabble word?: CANKERS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does CANKERS mean?: CANKERS is a verb form of canker. CANKER means "to affect with ulcerous sores".
How do you use CANKERS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They cankers."
How many points is CANKERS worth in Scrabble?: CANKERS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CANKERS?: CANKERS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).