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METONYM

14 pts

METONYM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points. METONYM means "a word used in metonymy".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a word used in metonymy

In a sentence: "The metonym is noted."

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

Letter Values

M3
E1
T1
O1
N1
Y4
M3
= 14

METONYM Scrabble FAQ

Is METONYM a Scrabble word?
METONYM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points.
What does METONYM mean?
a word used in metonymy
How do you use METONYM in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The metonym is noted."
How many points is METONYM worth in Scrabble?
METONYM is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept METONYM?
METONYM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to METONYM?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes METONYMY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.