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DETAINING
11 ptsDETAINING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points. DETAINING is a verb form of detain. DETAIN means "to hold in custody".
verb
Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word
Definition and meaning
DETAINING is a verb form of detain. DETAIN means "to hold in custody".
In a sentence: "They detaining."
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Shorter words from these letters
Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in DETAINING, without blank tiles.
Letter Values
D2
E1
T1
A1
I1
N1
I1
N1
G2
= 11
DETAINING Scrabble FAQ
- Is DETAINING a Scrabble word?
- DETAINING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points.
- What does DETAINING mean?
- DETAINING is a verb form of detain. DETAIN means "to hold in custody".
- How do you use DETAINING in a sentence?
- In a sentence: "They detaining."
- How many points is DETAINING worth in Scrabble?
- DETAINING is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept DETAINING?
- DETAINING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).