How many points is SCOTCH worth in Scrabble?

SCOTCH is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SCOTCH?

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

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13 pts

SCOTCH is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. SCOTCH means "to put a definite end to".

/skɒtʃ/

Pronunciation: /skɑtʃ/

A surface cut or abrasion.
A line drawn on the ground, as one used in playing hopscotch.
A block for a wheel or other round object; a chock, wedge, prop, or other support, to prevent slipping.
Example: a scotch for a wheel or a log on inclined ground

To cut or score; to wound superficially.
To prevent (something) from being successful.
Example: The rain scotched his plans of going to the beach.
To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor.
Example: The prime minister scotched rumors of his resignation.

Synonyms: block, chock, foil, put the kibosh on, thwart

(as a plural noun, the Scotch) The people of Scotland.
Example: The Scotch are a hardy bunch.
Whisky distilled in Scotland, especially from malted barley.
Example: Paul has drunk a lot of Scotch.
Any variety of Scotch.
Example: My favorite Scotches are Glenlivet and Laphroaig.

Synonyms: Scot, Scottish, Scotch whisky, malt, malt whiskey, malt whisky

Synonyms: Scots, Scottish

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to put a definite end to

In a sentence: "They scotch."

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

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

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Is SCOTCH a Scrabble word?: SCOTCH is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does SCOTCH mean?: to put a definite end to
How do you use SCOTCH in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They scotch."
How many points is SCOTCH worth in Scrabble?: SCOTCH is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SCOTCH?: SCOTCH is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).