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LIME

6 pts

LIME is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. LIME means "to treat with a calcium compound".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to treat with a calcium compound

In a sentence: "They lime."

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Front hooks

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Back hooks

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

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

Letter Values

L1
I1
M3
E1
= 6

LIME Scrabble FAQ

Is LIME a Scrabble word?
LIME is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
What does LIME mean?
to treat with a calcium compound
How do you use LIME in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They lime."
How many points is LIME worth in Scrabble?
LIME is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LIME?
LIME is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LIME?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CLIME, GLIME, SLIME, LIMEN, LIMEY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.