How many points is SIDETRACK worth in Scrabble?

SIDETRACK is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SIDETRACK?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SIDETRACK

16 pts

SIDETRACK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. SIDETRACK is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

noun

A second, relatively short length of track just to the side of a railroad track, joined to the main track by switches at one or both ends, used either for unloading freight, or to allow two trains on a same track to meet (opposite directions) or pass (same direction); a railroad siding.
(sometimes) Any auxiliary railroad track, as differentiated from a siding, that runs adjacent to the main track.
A smaller tunnel or well drilled as an auxiliary off a main tunnel or well.

Synonyms: lay-by, railroad siding, siding

verb

To divert (a locomotive or train) on to a lesser used track in order to allow other trains to pass.
To divert or distract (someone) from a main issue or course of action with an alternate or less relevant topic or activity; or, to use deliberate trickery or sly wordplay when talking to (a person) in order to avoid discussion of a subject.
Example: I hope you can sidetrack the teacher with questions so we don't have to take the exam.
To sideline; to push aside; to divert or distract from, reducing (something) to a secondary or subordinate position.
Example: He has sidetracked this debate for far too long.

Synonyms: digress

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "They sidetrack."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of SIDETRACK. It scores 16 points.

Word forms

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

Letter Values

= 16

SIDETRACK Scrabble FAQ

Is SIDETRACK a Scrabble word?: SIDETRACK is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does SIDETRACK mean?: SIDETRACK is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use SIDETRACK in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They sidetrack."
How many points is SIDETRACK worth in Scrabble?: SIDETRACK is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SIDETRACK?: SIDETRACK is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).