How many points is LINING worth in Scrabble?

LINING is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LINING?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

7 pts

LINING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points. LINING means "an inner layer".

/ˈlaɪnɪŋ/

To place (objects) into a line (usually used with "up"); to form into a line; to align.
Example: to line troops
To place persons or things along the side of for security or defense; to strengthen by adding; to fortify.
Example: to line works with soldiers
To form a line along.

To cover the inner surface of (something), originally especially with linen.
Example: The bird lines its nest with soft grass.
To reinforce (the back of a book) with glue and glued scrap material such as fabric or paper.
To fill or supply (something), as a purse with money.
Example: to line the shelves

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

an inner layer

In a sentence: "The lining is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of LINING. It scores 7 points.

Add one letter before LINING. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

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

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Is LINING a Scrabble word?: LINING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points.
What does LINING mean?: an inner layer
How do you use LINING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The lining is noted."
How many points is LINING worth in Scrabble?: LINING is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LINING?: LINING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LINING?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ALINING. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.