How many points is CHINKING worth in Scrabble?

CHINKING is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CHINKING?

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

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CHINKING

18 pts

CHINKING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points. CHINKING is a verb form of chink. CHINK means "to fill cracks or fissures in".

Meaning & examples

verb

To fill an opening such as the space between logs in a log house with chinking; to caulk.
Example: to chink a wall
To crack; to open.
To cause to open in cracks or fissures.

verb

To make a slight sound like that of metal objects touching.
Example: The coins were chinking in his pocket.
To cause to make a sharp metallic sound, as coins, small pieces of metal, etc., by bringing them into collision with each other.

noun

The material used to fill the spaces between logs in a log house; caulking.
The sound of something that chinks.

verb

To laugh loudly.
To gasp for breath as in a severe fit of coughing.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CHINKING is a verb form of chink. CHINK means "to fill cracks or fissures in".

In a sentence: "They chinking."

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Base words

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CHINK14 pts

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Letter Values

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CHINKING Scrabble FAQ

Is CHINKING a Scrabble word?: CHINKING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points.
What does CHINKING mean?: CHINKING is a verb form of chink. CHINK means "to fill cracks or fissures in".
How do you use CHINKING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They chinking."
How many points is CHINKING worth in Scrabble?: CHINKING is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CHINKING?: CHINKING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).