How many points is LAYOFF worth in Scrabble?

LAYOFF is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LAYOFF?

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

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

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15 pts

LAYOFF is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points. LAYOFF means "the suspension or dismissal of employees".

(chiefly US) A dismissal of employees from their jobs because of tightened budgetary constraints or work shortage (not due to poor performance or misconduct).
A period of time when someone is unavailable for work.
A short pass that has been rolled in front of another player for them to kick.

Synonyms: downsizing, reduction in force, redundancy

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

the suspension or dismissal of employees

In a sentence: "The layoff is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of LAYOFF. It scores 15 points.

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Is LAYOFF a Scrabble word?: LAYOFF is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points.
What does LAYOFF mean?: the suspension or dismissal of employees
How do you use LAYOFF in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The layoff is noted."
How many points is LAYOFF worth in Scrabble?: LAYOFF is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LAYOFF?: LAYOFF is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LAYOFF?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes PLAYOFF. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.