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ELLIPSE

9 pts

ELLIPSE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. ELLIPSE means "a type of plane curve".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a type of plane curve

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Word forms

Letter Values

E1
L1
L1
I1
P3
S1
E1
= 9

ELLIPSE Scrabble FAQ

Is ELLIPSE a Scrabble word?
ELLIPSE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
How many points is ELLIPSE worth in Scrabble?
ELLIPSE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ELLIPSE?
ELLIPSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ELLIPSE?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ELLIPSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.