How many points is KNEECAPPING worth in Scrabble?

KNEECAPPING is worth 22 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept KNEECAPPING?

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

Can you add a letter to KNEECAPPING?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes KNEECAPPINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

KNEECAPPING

22 pts

KNEECAPPING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 22 points. KNEECAPPING is a verb form of kneecap. KNEECAP means "to maim by shooting in the knee".

Meaning & examples

noun

The act of injuring the knees of (a person), usually by shooting at the knees; often a punishment carried out by criminals or terrorists.
Example: Five kneecappings have been reported this month.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

KNEECAPPING is a verb form of kneecap. KNEECAP means "to maim by shooting in the knee".

In a sentence: "They kneecapping."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of KNEECAPPING. It scores 22 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

KNEECAP15 pts

Back hooks

Add one letter after KNEECAPPING. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

KNEECAPPINGS23 pts

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in KNEECAPPING, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

= 22

KNEECAPPING Scrabble FAQ

Is KNEECAPPING a Scrabble word?: KNEECAPPING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 22 points.
What does KNEECAPPING mean?: KNEECAPPING is a verb form of kneecap. KNEECAP means "to maim by shooting in the knee".
How do you use KNEECAPPING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They kneecapping."
How many points is KNEECAPPING worth in Scrabble?: KNEECAPPING is worth 22 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept KNEECAPPING?: KNEECAPPING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to KNEECAPPING?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes KNEECAPPINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.