How many points is ADENOIDS worth in Scrabble?

ADENOIDS is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ADENOIDS?

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

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ADENOIDS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. ADENOIDS means "tissue at the back of the throat".

One of two folds of lymphatic tissue covered by ciliated epithelium. They are found in the roof and posterior wall of the nasopharynx at the back of the throat behind the uvula. They may obstruct normal breathing and make speech difficult when swollen, a condition often called adenitis.

Synonyms: Luschka's tonsil, pharyngeal tonsil, third tonsil, tonsilla adenoidea, tonsilla pharyngealis

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Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

tissue at the back of the throat

In a sentence: "The adenoids is noted."

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Is ADENOIDS a Scrabble word?: ADENOIDS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does ADENOIDS mean?: tissue at the back of the throat
How do you use ADENOIDS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The adenoids is noted."
How many points is ADENOIDS worth in Scrabble?: ADENOIDS is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ADENOIDS?: ADENOIDS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).