How many points is OPENING worth in Scrabble?

OPENING is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept OPENING?

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

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10 pts

OPENING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points. OPENING means "a vacant or unobstructed space".

/ˈəʊ.pənɪŋ/

Pronunciation

To make something accessible or allow for passage by moving from a shut position.
Example: Turn the doorknob to open the door.
To make (an open space, etc.) by clearing away an obstacle or obstacles, in order to allow for passage, access, or visibility.
Example: He opened a path through the undergrowth.
To bring up, broach.
Example: I don't want to open that subject.

Antonyms: bare, shut

An act or instance of making or becoming open.
Example: He remembered fondly the Christmas morning opening of presents.
Something that is open.
Example: A salamander darted out of an opening in the rocks.
An act or instance of beginning.
Example: Their opening of the concert with Brass in Pocket always fires up the crowd.

Synonyms: availability, slot, crevice, gap, hole, job opening

Pertaining to the start or beginning of a series of events.
Example: The opening theme of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony is, perhaps, the most recognizable in all of European art music.
Describing the first period of play, usually up to the fall of the first wicket; describing a batsman who opens the innings or a bowler who opens the attack

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a vacant or unobstructed space

In a sentence: "The opening is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of OPENING. It scores 10 points.

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Is OPENING a Scrabble word?: OPENING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points.
What does OPENING mean?: a vacant or unobstructed space
How do you use OPENING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The opening is noted."
How many points is OPENING worth in Scrabble?: OPENING is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept OPENING?: OPENING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).