How many points is CALTRAP worth in Scrabble?

CALTRAP is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CALTRAP?

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

Can you add a letter to CALTRAP?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CALTRAPS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CALTRAP

11 pts

CALTRAP is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. CALTRAP is a noun form of caltrop. CALTROP means "floating Asian plant".

Meaning & examples

noun

A small, metal object with spikes arranged so that, when thrown onto the ground, one always faces up as a threat to pedestrians, horses, and vehicles.
The same object represented as a heraldic charge.
The starthistle, Centaurea calcitrapa, a plant with sharp thorns.

Synonyms: bindii, burra, puncturevine, knapweed, calthrop, caltrap, cheval trap, crow’s foot

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Entry sources: en.wiktionary.org (1) · en.wiktionary.org (2)

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CALTRAP is a noun form of caltrop. CALTROP means "floating Asian plant".

In a sentence: "The caltrap is noted."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

CALTROP11 pts

Back hooks

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

CALTRAPS12 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 11

CALTRAP Scrabble FAQ

Is CALTRAP a Scrabble word?: CALTRAP is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does CALTRAP mean?: CALTRAP is a noun form of caltrop. CALTROP means "floating Asian plant".
How do you use CALTRAP in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The caltrap is noted."
How many points is CALTRAP worth in Scrabble?: CALTRAP is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CALTRAP?: CALTRAP is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CALTRAP?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CALTRAPS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.