How many points is POLISHING worth in Scrabble?

POLISHING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept POLISHING?

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

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POLISHING

15 pts

POLISHING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points. POLISHING is a verb form of polish. POLISH means "to make smooth and lustrous by rubbing".

Meaning & examples

verb

To shine; to make a surface very smooth or shiny by rubbing, cleaning, or grinding.
Example: He polished up the chrome until it gleamed.
To refine; remove imperfections from.
Example: The band has polished its performance since the last concert.
To apply shoe polish to shoes.

Synonyms: hone, perfect, refine, bone, buff, burnish, furbish, shine

noun

The action of the verb to polish.
(usually in the plural) An extract of partially milled rice.

adjective

That makes shiny or smooth.
That refines.

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

POLISHING is a verb form of polish. POLISH means "to make smooth and lustrous by rubbing".

In a sentence: "They polishing."

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POLISH11 pts

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POLISHING Scrabble FAQ

Is POLISHING a Scrabble word?: POLISHING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points.
What does POLISHING mean?: POLISHING is a verb form of polish. POLISH means "to make smooth and lustrous by rubbing".
How do you use POLISHING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They polishing."
How many points is POLISHING worth in Scrabble?: POLISHING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept POLISHING?: POLISHING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).