How many points is PINCHES worth in Scrabble?

PINCHES is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PINCHES?

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

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PINCHES

14 pts

PINCHES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points. PINCHES is a verb form of pinch. PINCH means "to squeeze between two edges or surfaces".

Meaning & examples

noun

The action of squeezing a small amount of a person's skin and flesh, making it hurt.
A close compression of anything with the fingers.
Example: I gave the leather of the sofa a pinch, gauging the texture.
A small amount of powder or granules, such that the amount could be held between fingertip and thumb tip.

verb

To squeeze a small amount of a person's skin and flesh, making it hurt.
Example: The children were scolded for pinching each other.
To squeeze between the thumb and forefinger.
To squeeze between two objects.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

PINCHES is a verb form of pinch. PINCH means "to squeeze between two edges or surfaces".

In a sentence: "They pinches."

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Letter Values

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PINCHES Scrabble FAQ

Is PINCHES a Scrabble word?: PINCHES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points.
What does PINCHES mean?: PINCHES is a verb form of pinch. PINCH means "to squeeze between two edges or surfaces".
How do you use PINCHES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They pinches."
How many points is PINCHES worth in Scrabble?: PINCHES is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PINCHES?: PINCHES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).