How many points is CANTERS worth in Scrabble?

CANTERS is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CANTERS?

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

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CANTERS

9 pts

CANTERS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. CANTERS is a verb form of canter. CANTER means "to ride a horse at a moderate pace".

Meaning & examples

noun

A gait of a horse between a trot and a gallop, consisting of three beats and a "suspension" phase, where there are no feet on the ground. Also describing this gait on other four legged animals.
A ride on a horse at such speed.

verb

To move at such pace.
To cause to move at a canter; to ride (a horse) at a canter.

noun

One who cants or whines; a beggar.
One who makes hypocritical pretensions to goodness; one who uses canting language.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CANTERS is a verb form of canter. CANTER means "to ride a horse at a moderate pace".

In a sentence: "They canters."

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Base words

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CANTER8 pts

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Letter Values

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CANTERS Scrabble FAQ

Is CANTERS a Scrabble word?: CANTERS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does CANTERS mean?: CANTERS is a verb form of canter. CANTER means "to ride a horse at a moderate pace".
How do you use CANTERS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They canters."
How many points is CANTERS worth in Scrabble?: CANTERS is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CANTERS?: CANTERS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).