How many points is SPINOUS worth in Scrabble?

SPINOUS is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SPINOUS?

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

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SPINOUS

9 pts

SPINOUS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. SPINOUS is a adjective form of spiny. SPINY means "bearing or covered with thorns".

Meaning & examples

/spaɪnəs/

adjective

Having many spines.
Spine-like; spiny.
Of a person: difficult to deal with, prickly.

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SPINOUS is a adjective form of spiny. SPINY means "bearing or covered with thorns".

In a sentence: "It is spinous."

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SPINY10 pts

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Letter Values

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SPINOUS Scrabble FAQ

Is SPINOUS a Scrabble word?: SPINOUS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does SPINOUS mean?: SPINOUS is a adjective form of spiny. SPINY means "bearing or covered with thorns".
How do you use SPINOUS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is spinous."
How many points is SPINOUS worth in Scrabble?: SPINOUS is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SPINOUS?: SPINOUS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).