How many points is SHIVES worth in Scrabble?

SHIVES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SHIVES?

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

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SHIVES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. SHIVES is a noun form of shive. SHIVE means "a thin fragment".

A knife, especially a makeshift one fashioned from something not normally used as a weapon (like a plastic spoon or a toothbrush).
A particular woody by-product of processing flax or hemp.

Synonyms: shank

A splinter or fragment of the woody core of flax or hemp broken off in braking or scutching
A plant fragment remaining in scoured wool.
A piece of thread or fluff on the surface of cloth or other material.

Synonyms: boon, shove

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

SHIVES is a noun form of shive. SHIVE means "a thin fragment".

In a sentence: "The shives is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SHIVES. It scores 12 points.

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Is SHIVES a Scrabble word?: SHIVES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does SHIVES mean?: SHIVES is a noun form of shive. SHIVE means "a thin fragment".
How do you use SHIVES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The shives is noted."
How many points is SHIVES worth in Scrabble?: SHIVES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SHIVES?: SHIVES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).