How many points is LOBBY worth in Scrabble?

LOBBY is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LOBBY?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

12 pts

LOBBY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. LOBBY means "to attempt to influence legislators".

/lɒbi/

An entryway or reception area; vestibule; passageway; corridor.
Example: I had to wait in the lobby for hours before seeing the doctor.
That part of a hall of legislation not appropriated to the official use of the assembly.
A class or group of people who try to influence public officials; collectively, lobbyists.
Example: The influence of the tobacco lobby has decreased considerably in the US.

To attempt to influence (a public official or decision-maker) in favor of a specific opinion or cause.
Example: For years, pro-life groups have continued to lobby hard for restrictions on abortion.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to attempt to influence legislators

In a sentence: "They lobby."

Check the Scrabble meaning of LOBBY. It scores 12 points.

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

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Is LOBBY a Scrabble word?: LOBBY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does LOBBY mean?: to attempt to influence legislators
How do you use LOBBY in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They lobby."
How many points is LOBBY worth in Scrabble?: LOBBY is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LOBBY?: LOBBY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LOBBY?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes BLOBBY, GLOBBY, SLOBBY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.