How many points is FOSSIL worth in Scrabble?

FOSSIL is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FOSSIL?

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

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FOSSIL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. FOSSIL means "the remains of an animal or plant preserved in the earth's crust".

/ˈfɒsəl/

Pronunciation: /ˈfɑːsəl/

The mineralized remains of an animal or plant.
Any preserved evidence of ancient life, including shells, imprints, burrows, coprolites, and organically-produced chemicals.
A fossil word.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

the remains of an animal or plant preserved in the earth's crust

In a sentence: "The fossil is noted."

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Is FOSSIL a Scrabble word?: FOSSIL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does FOSSIL mean?: the remains of an animal or plant preserved in the earth's crust
How do you use FOSSIL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The fossil is noted."
How many points is FOSSIL worth in Scrabble?: FOSSIL is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FOSSIL?: FOSSIL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).