How many points is CORTEX worth in Scrabble?

CORTEX is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CORTEX?

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

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CORTEX is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points. CORTEX means "the outer layer of an organ".

/ˈkɔːtɛks/

The outer layer of an internal organ or body structure, such as the kidney or the brain.
The tissue of a stem or root that lies inward from the epidermis, but exterior to the vascular tissue.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

the outer layer of an organ

In a sentence: "The cortex is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of CORTEX. It scores 15 points.

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Is CORTEX a Scrabble word?: CORTEX is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points.
What does CORTEX mean?: the outer layer of an organ
How do you use CORTEX in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The cortex is noted."
How many points is CORTEX worth in Scrabble?: CORTEX is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CORTEX?: CORTEX is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).