How many points is FIRES worth in Scrabble?

FIRES is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FIRES?

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

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FIRES

8 pts

FIRES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. FIRES is a verb form of fire. FIRE means "to project by discharging from a gun".

Meaning & examples

/ˈfaɪ̯ə(ɹ)z/

Pronunciation: /ˈfaɪ̯ɚz/

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noun

A (usually self-sustaining) chemical reaction involving the bonding of oxygen with carbon or other fuel, with the production of heat and the presence of flame or smouldering.
An instance of this chemical reaction, especially when intentionally created and maintained in a specific location to a useful end (such as a campfire or a hearth fire).
Example: We sat about the fire singing songs and telling tales.
The occurrence, often accidental, of fire in a certain place, causing damage and danger.
Example: During hot and dry summers many fires in forests are caused by regardlessly discarded cigarette butts.

Synonyms: blaze, conflagration, inferno

verb

To set (something, often a building) on fire.
To heat as with fire, but without setting on fire, as ceramic, metal objects, etc.
Example: If you fire the pottery at too high a temperature, it may crack.
To drive away by setting a fire.

Synonyms: set on fire, cards, dehire, dismiss, give the boot, give the elbow, give the old heave-ho, let go

Antonyms: hire

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

FIRES is a verb form of fire. FIRE means "to project by discharging from a gun".

In a sentence: "They fires."

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FIRE7 pts

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Letter Values

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FIRES Scrabble FAQ

Is FIRES a Scrabble word?: FIRES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does FIRES mean?: FIRES is a verb form of fire. FIRE means "to project by discharging from a gun".
How do you use FIRES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They fires."
How many points is FIRES worth in Scrabble?: FIRES is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FIRES?: FIRES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

FIRES

Meaning & examples

noun

verb

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