How many points is DOWER worth in Scrabble?

DOWER is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DOWER?

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

Can you add a letter to DOWER?

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

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DOWER

9 pts

DOWER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. DOWER means "life interest in a part of her husband's estate allotted to a widow by law".

Meaning & examples

[ˈdaʊ.ə(ɹ)]

noun

The part of or interest in a deceased husband's property provided to his widow, usually in the form of a life estate.
Property given by a groom directly to his bride at or before their wedding in order to legitimize the marriage; dowry.
That with which one is gifted or endowed; endowment; gift.

Antonyms: curtesy

verb

To give a dower or dowry.
To endow.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

life interest in a part of her husband's estate allotted to a widow by law

In a sentence: "The dower is noted."

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Letter Values

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DOWER Scrabble FAQ

Is DOWER a Scrabble word?: DOWER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does DOWER mean?: life interest in a part of her husband's estate allotted to a widow by law
How do you use DOWER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The dower is noted."
How many points is DOWER worth in Scrabble?: DOWER is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DOWER?: DOWER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DOWER?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DOWERS, DOWERY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.