How many points is DECOYING worth in Scrabble?

DECOYING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DECOYING?

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

Scrabble

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DECOYING

15 pts

DECOYING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. DECOYING is a noun form of decoy. DECOY means "person or thing used to lure someone into danger".

Meaning & examples

verb

To lead into danger by artifice; to lure into a net or snare; to entrap.
Example: to decoy troops into an ambush; to decoy ducks into a net
To act as, or use, a decoy.

noun

The act of one who decoys.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DECOYING is a noun form of decoy. DECOY means "person or thing used to lure someone into danger".

In a sentence: "The decoying is noted."

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Base words

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DECOY11 pts

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Letter Values

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DECOYING Scrabble FAQ

Is DECOYING a Scrabble word?: DECOYING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does DECOYING mean?: DECOYING is a noun form of decoy. DECOY means "person or thing used to lure someone into danger".
How do you use DECOYING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The decoying is noted."
How many points is DECOYING worth in Scrabble?: DECOYING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DECOYING?: DECOYING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).