How many points is CANDLEFISH worth in Scrabble?

CANDLEFISH is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CANDLEFISH?

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

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CANDLEFISH

19 pts

CANDLEFISH is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 19 points. CANDLEFISH means "a fish so named because it is so oily that, when dried, it may be used as a candle, by drawing a wick through it".

Meaning & examples

noun

An oily edible fish, Thaleichthys pacificus, from the northern Pacific, that was once dried and used as a candle or torch by the Chinook Indians.

Synonyms: eulachon, hooligan

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a fish so named because it is so oily that, when dried, it may be used as a candle, by drawing a wick through it

In a sentence: "The candlefish is noted."

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Letter Values

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CANDLEFISH Scrabble FAQ

Is CANDLEFISH a Scrabble word?: CANDLEFISH is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 19 points.
What does CANDLEFISH mean?: a fish so named because it is so oily that, when dried, it may be used as a candle, by drawing a wick through it
How do you use CANDLEFISH in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The candlefish is noted."
How many points is CANDLEFISH worth in Scrabble?: CANDLEFISH is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CANDLEFISH?: CANDLEFISH is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).