How many points is CASTOR worth in Scrabble?

CASTOR is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CASTOR?

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

Can you add a letter to CASTOR?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CASTOR

8 pts

CASTOR is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. CASTOR is a noun form of caster. CASTER means "person or thing that casts".

Meaning & examples

/ˈkɑːs.tə/

noun

A hat made from the fur of the beaver.
A heavy quality of broadcloth for overcoats.
Castoreum (bitter exudate of mature beavers).

noun

A variety of petalite found in Elba.

Synonyms: castorite

noun

Someone or something that casts
Example: a caster of spells; a caster of stones; a caster of bronze statuary; an online caster of video games
A wheeled assembly attached to a larger object at its base to facilitate rolling. A caster usually consists of a wheel (which may be plastic, a hard elastomer, or metal), an axle, a mounting provision (usually a stem, flange, or plate), and sometimes a swivel (which allows the caster to rotate for steering).
Example: Many office chairs roll on a set of casters.
A shaker with a perforated top for sprinkling condiments such as sugar, salt, pepper, etc.
Example: a set of casters

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CASTOR is a noun form of caster. CASTER means "person or thing that casts".

In a sentence: "The castor is noted."

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CASTER8 pts

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Letter Values

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CASTOR Scrabble FAQ

Is CASTOR a Scrabble word?: CASTOR is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does CASTOR mean?: CASTOR is a noun form of caster. CASTER means "person or thing that casts".
How do you use CASTOR in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The castor is noted."
How many points is CASTOR worth in Scrabble?: CASTOR is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CASTOR?: CASTOR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CASTOR?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CASTORS, CASTORY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.