How many points is PIRACIES worth in Scrabble?

PIRACIES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PIRACIES?

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

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PIRACIES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. PIRACIES is a noun form of piracy. PIRACY means "robbery on the high seas".

Robbery at sea, a violation of international law; taking a ship away from the control of those who are legally entitled to it.
Example: How should the international community respond to Somali piracy?
A similar violation of international law, such as hijacking of an aircraft.
The unauthorized duplication of goods protected by intellectual property law.
Example: Some video game consoles use specially designed cartridges to make software piracy more difficult.

Synonyms: bootlegging, file sharing, buccaneerism, pirateship

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

PIRACIES is a noun form of piracy. PIRACY means "robbery on the high seas".

In a sentence: "The piracies is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of PIRACIES. It scores 12 points.

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Is PIRACIES a Scrabble word?: PIRACIES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does PIRACIES mean?: PIRACIES is a noun form of piracy. PIRACY means "robbery on the high seas".
How do you use PIRACIES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The piracies is noted."
How many points is PIRACIES worth in Scrabble?: PIRACIES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PIRACIES?: PIRACIES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).