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TEAR

4 pts

TEAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 4 points. TEAR means "to excrete a saline liquid from the eye".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to excrete a saline liquid from the eye

In a sentence: "They tear."

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Letter Values

T1
E1
A1
R1
= 4

TEAR Scrabble FAQ

Is TEAR a Scrabble word?
TEAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 4 points.
What does TEAR mean?
to excrete a saline liquid from the eye
How do you use TEAR in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They tear."
How many points is TEAR worth in Scrabble?
TEAR is worth 4 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TEAR?
TEAR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to TEAR?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes TEARY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.