How many points is DIG worth in Scrabble?

DIG is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DIG?

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

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DIG

5 pts

DIG is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. DIG means "to break up, turn over, or remove earth".

Meaning & examples

/dɪɡ/

Pronunciation: /dɪɡ/

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noun

An archeological or paleontological investigation, or the site where such an investigation is taking place.
A plodding and laborious student.
A thrust; a poke.
Example: He guffawed and gave me a dig in the ribs after telling his latest joke.

Synonyms: excavation, jab, jibe

verb

To move hard-packed earth out of the way, especially downward to make a hole with a shovel. Or to drill, or the like, through rocks, roads, or the like. More generally, to make any similar hole by moving material out of the way.
Example: If the plane can't pull out of the dive it is in, it'll dig a hole in the ground.
To get by digging; to take from the ground; often with up.
Example: to dig potatoes
To take ore from its bed, in distinction from making excavations in search of ore.

verb

To understand or show interest in.
Example: You dig?
To appreciate, or like.
Example: Baby, I dig you.

noun

Digoxin.
Example: dig toxicity

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to break up, turn over, or remove earth

In a sentence: "They dig."

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Letter Values

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DIG Scrabble FAQ

Is DIG a Scrabble word?: DIG is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points.
What does DIG mean?: to break up, turn over, or remove earth
How do you use DIG in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They dig."
How many points is DIG worth in Scrabble?: DIG is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DIG?: DIG is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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