How many points is ROWLOCK worth in Scrabble?

ROWLOCK is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ROWLOCK?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

ROWLOCK

16 pts

ROWLOCK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. ROWLOCK is a noun form of oarlock. OARLOCK means "a device for holding an oar in place".

Meaning & examples

/ˈɹɒlək/

noun

A pivot attached to the gunwale (outrigger in a sport boat) of a boat that supports and guides an oar, and provides a fulcrum for rowing; an oarlock (mostly US).

Synonyms: oarlock, thole, tholepin, thowel

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ROWLOCK is a noun form of oarlock. OARLOCK means "a device for holding an oar in place".

In a sentence: "The rowlock is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of ROWLOCK. It scores 16 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

OARLOCK13 pts

Word forms

ROWLOCKS17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

ROWLOCK Scrabble FAQ

Is ROWLOCK a Scrabble word?: ROWLOCK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does ROWLOCK mean?: ROWLOCK is a noun form of oarlock. OARLOCK means "a device for holding an oar in place".
How do you use ROWLOCK in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The rowlock is noted."
How many points is ROWLOCK worth in Scrabble?: ROWLOCK is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ROWLOCK?: ROWLOCK is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).