How many points is RECESSES worth in Scrabble?

RECESSES is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RECESSES?

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

Can you add a letter to RECESSES?

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

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RECESSES

10 pts

RECESSES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points. RECESSES is a verb form of recess. RECESS means "to place in a receding space or hollow".

Meaning & examples

Pronunciation

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noun

A break, pause or vacation.
Example: Spring recess offers a good chance to travel.
An inset, hole, space or opening.
Example: Put a generous recess behind the handle for finger space.
A time of play during the school day, usually on a playground; break, playtime.
Example: Students who do not listen in class will not play outside during recess.

Synonyms: break, day off, hiatus, moratorium, pause, vacation

verb

To inset into something, or to recede.
Example: Recess the screw so it does not stick out.
To take or declare a break.
Example: Class will recess for 20 minutes.
To appoint, with a recess appointment.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

RECESSES is a verb form of recess. RECESS means "to place in a receding space or hollow".

In a sentence: "They recesses."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

RECESS8 pts

Front hooks

Add one letter before RECESSES. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

PRECESSES13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in RECESSES, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

= 10

RECESSES Scrabble FAQ

Is RECESSES a Scrabble word?: RECESSES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points.
What does RECESSES mean?: RECESSES is a verb form of recess. RECESS means "to place in a receding space or hollow".
How do you use RECESSES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They recesses."
How many points is RECESSES worth in Scrabble?: RECESSES is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RECESSES?: RECESSES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RECESSES?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRECESSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.