How many points is SCRATCHING worth in Scrabble?

SCRATCHING is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SCRATCHING?

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

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SCRATCHING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points. SCRATCHING means "the act of scratching".

/ˈskɹætʃɪŋ/

To rub a surface with a sharp object, especially by a living creature to remove itching with nails, claws, etc.
Example: Could you please scratch my back?
To rub the skin with rough material causing a sensation of irritation; to cause itching.
Example: I don't like that new scarf because it scratches my neck.
To mark a surface with a sharp object, thereby leaving a scratch (noun).
Example: A real diamond can easily scratch a pane of glass.

Synonyms: scrattle

The act or sound of something being scratched.
Example: We heard further scratchings at the door as the dog whined to be let in.
A pork scratching.
Record scratching, a technique of starting and stopping a vinyl record from playing to produce music in hip hop.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

the act of scratching

In a sentence: "The scratching is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SCRATCHING. It scores 18 points.

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

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Is SCRATCHING a Scrabble word?: SCRATCHING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points.
What does SCRATCHING mean?: the act of scratching
How do you use SCRATCHING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The scratching is noted."
How many points is SCRATCHING worth in Scrabble?: SCRATCHING is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SCRATCHING?: SCRATCHING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).