How many points is DETAIN worth in Scrabble?

DETAIN is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DETAIN?

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

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7 pts

DETAIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points. DETAIN means "to hold in custody".

/dɪˈteɪn/

Pronunciation

To keep someone from proceeding by holding them back or making claims on their attention.
To put under custody.
To keep back or from; to withhold.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to hold in custody

In a sentence: "They detain."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DETAIN. It scores 7 points.

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

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Is DETAIN a Scrabble word?: DETAIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points.
What does DETAIN mean?: to hold in custody
How do you use DETAIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They detain."
How many points is DETAIN worth in Scrabble?: DETAIN is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DETAIN?: DETAIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).