How many points is GUARD worth in Scrabble?

GUARD is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GUARD?

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

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GUARD

7 pts

GUARD is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points. GUARD is a verb form of protect. PROTECT means "to keep from harm, attack, or injury".

Meaning & examples

/ɡɑːd/

Pronunciation

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noun

A person who, or thing that, protects or watches over something.
Example: The prison guard unlocked the door of the cell. After completing the repairs, he replaced the sump guard.
A garda; a police officer.
A squad responsible for protecting something.
Example: The president inspected the guard of honour.

Synonyms: fender, protection, quillon

verb

To protect from danger; to secure against surprise, attack, or injury; to keep in safety; to defend.
To keep watch over, in order to prevent escape or restrain from acts of violence, or the like.
Example: Guard the prisoner.
To watch by way of caution or defense; to be caution; to be in a state or position of defense or safety.
Example: Careful people guard against mistakes.

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

GUARD is a verb form of protect. PROTECT means "to keep from harm, attack, or injury".

In a sentence: "They guard."

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GUARD Scrabble FAQ

Is GUARD a Scrabble word?: GUARD is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points.
What does GUARD mean?: GUARD is a verb form of protect. PROTECT means "to keep from harm, attack, or injury".
How do you use GUARD in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They guard."
How many points is GUARD worth in Scrabble?: GUARD is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GUARD?: GUARD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).