How many points is CONTRACTION worth in Scrabble?

CONTRACTION is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CONTRACTION?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CONTRACTION

15 pts

CONTRACTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points. CONTRACTION is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/kɒnˈtɹæk.ʃən/

Pronunciation: /kɒnˈtɹæk.ʃən/

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noun

A reversible reduction in size.
A period of economic decline or negative growth.
Example: The country's economic contraction was caused by high oil prices.
A shortening of a muscle when it is used.

Antonyms: dilatation, expansion

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CONTRACTION is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "The contraction is noted."

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Word forms

CONTRACTIONS16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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CONTRACTION Scrabble FAQ

Is CONTRACTION a Scrabble word?: CONTRACTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points.
What does CONTRACTION mean?: CONTRACTION is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use CONTRACTION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The contraction is noted."
How many points is CONTRACTION worth in Scrabble?: CONTRACTION is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CONTRACTION?: CONTRACTION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).