How many points is COLLAR worth in Scrabble?

COLLAR is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept COLLAR?

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

Can you add a letter to COLLAR?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes COLLARD. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

COLLAR

8 pts

COLLAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. COLLAR is a verb form of arrest. ARREST means "to seize and hold by legal authority".

Meaning & examples

/ˈkɒl.ə/

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑ.lɚ/

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noun

Anything that encircles the neck.
A piece of meat from the neck of an animal.
Example: a collar of brawn
Any encircling device or structure.
Example: A nylon collar kept the bolt from damaging the surface underneath.

verb

To grab or seize by the collar or neck.
To place a collar on, to fit with one.
Example: Collar and leash aggressive dogs.
To seize, capture or detain.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

COLLAR is a verb form of arrest. ARREST means "to seize and hold by legal authority".

In a sentence: "They collar."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

ARREST6 pts

Word forms

Back hooks

Add one letter after COLLAR. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

COLLARD10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in COLLAR, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

= 8

COLLAR Scrabble FAQ

Is COLLAR a Scrabble word?: COLLAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does COLLAR mean?: COLLAR is a verb form of arrest. ARREST means "to seize and hold by legal authority".
How do you use COLLAR in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They collar."
How many points is COLLAR worth in Scrabble?: COLLAR is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept COLLAR?: COLLAR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to COLLAR?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes COLLARD. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.