How many points is PETIOLE worth in Scrabble?

PETIOLE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PETIOLE?

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

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

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9 pts

PETIOLE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. PETIOLE means "the stalk of a leaf".

/ˈpɛtɪəʊl/

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛtɪəʊl/

The stalk of a leaf, attaching the blade to the stem.
(insect anatomy) A narrow or constricted segment of the body of an insect; especially, the metasomal segment of certain Hymenoptera, such as wasps.
The stalk at the base of the nest of the paper wasp.

Synonyms: pedicel

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

the stalk of a leaf

In a sentence: "The petiole is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of PETIOLE. It scores 9 points.

Add one letter after PETIOLE. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

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Is PETIOLE a Scrabble word?: PETIOLE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does PETIOLE mean?: the stalk of a leaf
How do you use PETIOLE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The petiole is noted."
How many points is PETIOLE worth in Scrabble?: PETIOLE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PETIOLE?: PETIOLE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PETIOLE?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes PETIOLED. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.