How many points is DEFUSE worth in Scrabble?

DEFUSE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFUSE?

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

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

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10 pts

DEFUSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. DEFUSE means "remove the fuse of (an explosive device)".

/diːˈfjuːz/

To remove the fuse from (a bomb, etc.).
To make less dangerous, tense, or hostile.
Example: to defuse a hostage situation

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

remove the fuse of (an explosive device)

In a sentence: "They defuse."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DEFUSE. It scores 10 points.

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

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

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Is DEFUSE a Scrabble word?: DEFUSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does DEFUSE mean?: remove the fuse of (an explosive device)
How do you use DEFUSE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They defuse."
How many points is DEFUSE worth in Scrabble?: DEFUSE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFUSE?: DEFUSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEFUSE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEFUSED, DEFUSER, DEFUSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.