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ANKUS

9 pts

ANKUS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. ANKUS means "stick used for goading elephants".

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

stick used for goading elephants

In a sentence: "The ankus is noted."

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Add one letter after ANKUS. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

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

Letter Values

A1
N1
K5
U1
S1
= 9

ANKUS Scrabble FAQ

Is ANKUS a Scrabble word?
ANKUS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does ANKUS mean?
stick used for goading elephants
How do you use ANKUS in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The ankus is noted."
How many points is ANKUS worth in Scrabble?
ANKUS is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ANKUS?
ANKUS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ANKUS?
In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ANKUSH. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.