How many points is DECLAW worth in Scrabble?

DECLAW is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DECLAW?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

12 pts

DECLAW is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. DECLAW means "remove claws from".

/diːˈklɔː/

Synonyms: onychectomy

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

remove claws from

In a sentence: "They declaw."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DECLAW. It scores 12 points.

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

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

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Is DECLAW a Scrabble word?: DECLAW is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does DECLAW mean?: remove claws from
How do you use DECLAW in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They declaw."
How many points is DECLAW worth in Scrabble?: DECLAW is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DECLAW?: DECLAW is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DECLAW?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DECLAWS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.