How many points is PIRACY worth in Scrabble?

PIRACY is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PIRACY?

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

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PIRACY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. PIRACY means "robbery on the high seas".

/ˈpaɪɹəsi/

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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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

robbery on the high seas

In a sentence: "The piracy is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of PIRACY. It scores 13 points.

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Is PIRACY a Scrabble word?: PIRACY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does PIRACY mean?: robbery on the high seas
How do you use PIRACY in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The piracy is noted."
How many points is PIRACY worth in Scrabble?: PIRACY is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PIRACY?: PIRACY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).