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NIB

5 pts

NIB is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. NIB means "to provide with a penpoint".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to provide with a penpoint

In a sentence: "They nib."

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Letter Values

N1
I1
B3
= 5

NIB Scrabble FAQ

Is NIB a Scrabble word?
NIB is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points.
What does NIB mean?
to provide with a penpoint
How do you use NIB in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They nib."
How many points is NIB worth in Scrabble?
NIB is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept NIB?
NIB is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to NIB?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SNIB. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.