How many points is DETAINER worth in Scrabble?

DETAINER is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DETAINER?

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

Can you add a letter to DETAINER?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

DETAINER

9 pts

DETAINER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. DETAINER means "wrongful withholding of the property of another person".

Meaning & examples

noun

The right to keep a person, or a person's goods or property, against his will. A type of custody.
One who detains.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

wrongful withholding of the property of another person

In a sentence: "The detainer is noted."

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Back hooks

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

DETAINERS10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 9

DETAINER Scrabble FAQ

Is DETAINER a Scrabble word?: DETAINER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does DETAINER mean?: wrongful withholding of the property of another person
How do you use DETAINER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The detainer is noted."
How many points is DETAINER worth in Scrabble?: DETAINER is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DETAINER?: DETAINER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DETAINER?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DETAINERS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.