How many points is LAETRILE worth in Scrabble?

LAETRILE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LAETRILE?

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

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LAETRILE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. LAETRILE means "a drug derived from apricot pits".

A drug, derived from the amygdalin of apricot kernels, once thought capable of destroying cancer cells by the release of cyanide but later banned in the United States by the FDA.

Synonyms: amygdalin

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a drug derived from apricot pits

In a sentence: "The laetrile is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of LAETRILE. It scores 8 points.

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Is LAETRILE a Scrabble word?: LAETRILE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does LAETRILE mean?: a drug derived from apricot pits
How do you use LAETRILE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The laetrile is noted."
How many points is LAETRILE worth in Scrabble?: LAETRILE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LAETRILE?: LAETRILE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).