How many points is SHANKING worth in Scrabble?

SHANKING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SHANKING?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

SHANKING

16 pts

SHANKING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. SHANKING is a verb form of shank. SHANK means "to hit sharply to the right, as a golf ball".

Meaning & examples

verb

To travel on foot.
To stab, especially with an improvised blade.
To remove another's trousers, especially in jest; to depants.

Synonyms: depants, shiv

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SHANKING is a verb form of shank. SHANK means "to hit sharply to the right, as a golf ball".

In a sentence: "They shanking."

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Base words

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SHANK12 pts

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Letter Values

= 16

SHANKING Scrabble FAQ

Is SHANKING a Scrabble word?: SHANKING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does SHANKING mean?: SHANKING is a verb form of shank. SHANK means "to hit sharply to the right, as a golf ball".
How do you use SHANKING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They shanking."
How many points is SHANKING worth in Scrabble?: SHANKING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SHANKING?: SHANKING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).