How many points is SCRIMSHAW worth in Scrabble?

SCRIMSHAW is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SCRIMSHAW?

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

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SCRIMSHAW

19 pts

SCRIMSHAW is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 19 points. SCRIMSHAW is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/ˈskɹɪmʃɔː/

Pronunciation: /ˈskɹɪmʃɔː/

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noun

The manufacture of handicrafts by sailors on long voyages, especially as whittled from wood or bone.
An item produced by scrimshaw.

verb

To make an item of scrimshaw.
To engrave fanciful designs on (shells, whales' teeth, etc.).

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SCRIMSHAW is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "They scrimshaw."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of SCRIMSHAW. It scores 19 points.

Word forms

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 19

SCRIMSHAW Scrabble FAQ

Is SCRIMSHAW a Scrabble word?: SCRIMSHAW is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 19 points.
What does SCRIMSHAW mean?: SCRIMSHAW is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use SCRIMSHAW in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They scrimshaw."
How many points is SCRIMSHAW worth in Scrabble?: SCRIMSHAW is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SCRIMSHAW?: SCRIMSHAW is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).