How many points is CORNER worth in Scrabble?

CORNER is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CORNER?

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

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

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8 pts

CORNER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. CORNER means "to gain control of".

/ˈkɔːnə(ɹ)/

Pronunciation: /ˈkɔɹnɚ/

The point where two converging lines meet; an angle, either external or internal.
Example: The corners of the wire mesh were reinforced with little blobs of solder.
An edge or extremity; the part farthest from the center; hence, any quarter or part, or the direction in which it lies.
Example: Shining a light in the dark corners of the mind. I took a trip out to his corner of town.
A secret or secluded place; a remote or out of the way place; a nook.
Example: On weekends, Emily liked to find a quiet corner and curl up with a good book.

To drive (someone or something) into a corner or other confined space.
Example: The cat had cornered a cricket between the sofa and the television stand.
To trap in a position of great difficulty or hopeless embarrassment.
Example: The reporter cornered the politician by pointing out the hypocrisy of his position on mandatory sentencing, in light of the politician's own actions in court.
To put (someone) in an awkward situation.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to gain control of

In a sentence: "They corner."

Check the Scrabble meaning of CORNER. It scores 8 points.

Add one letter before CORNER. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

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

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Is CORNER a Scrabble word?: CORNER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does CORNER mean?: to gain control of
How do you use CORNER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They corner."
How many points is CORNER worth in Scrabble?: CORNER is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CORNER?: CORNER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CORNER?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SCORNER. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.