How many points is PERISTALSIS worth in Scrabble?

PERISTALSIS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PERISTALSIS?

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

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PERISTALSIS

13 pts

PERISTALSIS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. PERISTALSIS is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/ˌpɛɹɪˈstalsɪs/

Pronunciation: /ˌpɛɹɪˈstælsɪs/

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noun

The rhythmic, wave-like contraction and relaxation of muscles so as to propagate motion, as of food in the digestive tract.

Synonyms: enterocinesia, vermiculation

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

PERISTALSIS is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "The peristalsis is noted."

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Word forms

PERISTALSES13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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PERISTALSIS Scrabble FAQ

Is PERISTALSIS a Scrabble word?: PERISTALSIS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does PERISTALSIS mean?: PERISTALSIS is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use PERISTALSIS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The peristalsis is noted."
How many points is PERISTALSIS worth in Scrabble?: PERISTALSIS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PERISTALSIS?: PERISTALSIS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).