How many points is CLAPBOARDS worth in Scrabble?

CLAPBOARDS is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CLAPBOARDS?

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

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CLAPBOARDS

17 pts

CLAPBOARDS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. CLAPBOARDS is a noun form of clapboard. CLAPBOARD means "long thin timber board with one edge thicker than the other, used esp in the US and Canada in wood-frame construction by lapping each board over the one below".

Meaning & examples

noun

A narrow board, usually thicker at one edge than the other, used as siding for houses and similar structures of frame construction.
Such boards, arranged horizontally and overlapping with thick edge down, collectively, as siding.
An oak board of a size used for barrel staves.

Synonyms: weatherboard

noun

A clapper board; a device used in film production, having hinged boards that are brought together with a clap, used to synchronize picture and sound at the start of each take of a motion picture or other video production.

Synonyms: clapper board, clapstick

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noun

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Definition and meaning

CLAPBOARDS is a noun form of clapboard. CLAPBOARD means "long thin timber board with one edge thicker than the other, used esp in the US and Canada in wood-frame construction by lapping each board over the one below".

In a sentence: "The clapboards is noted."

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CLAPBOARD16 pts

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Letter Values

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CLAPBOARDS Scrabble FAQ

Is CLAPBOARDS a Scrabble word?: CLAPBOARDS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does CLAPBOARDS mean?: CLAPBOARDS is a noun form of clapboard. CLAPBOARD means "long thin timber board with one edge thicker than the other, used esp in the US and Canada in wood-frame construction by lapping each board over the one below".
How do you use CLAPBOARDS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The clapboards is noted."
How many points is CLAPBOARDS worth in Scrabble?: CLAPBOARDS is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CLAPBOARDS?: CLAPBOARDS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).