How many points is DUCK worth in Scrabble?

DUCK is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DUCK?

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

Can you add a letter to DUCK?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

DUCK

11 pts

DUCK is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. DUCK means "water bird".

Meaning & examples

/dʌk/

Pronunciation: /dʌk/

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verb

To quickly lower the head or body in order to prevent it from being struck by something.
To quickly lower (the head) in order to prevent it from being struck by something.
To lower (something) into water; to thrust or plunge under liquid and suddenly withdraw.

Synonyms: dip, dunk, duck down

noun

An aquatic bird of the family Anatidae, having a flat bill and webbed feet.
Specifically, an adult female duck; contrasted with drake and with duckling.
The flesh of a duck used as food.

noun

A person or thing that is helpless, inefficient or disabled.
An elected official who has lost the recent election or is not eligible for reelection and is marking time until leaving office.
Example: Congressman Jones was a lame duck and did not vote on many issues that were important to his constituents.
A person who cannot fulfill their contracts.

noun

A tightly-woven cotton fabric used as sailcloth.
(in plural) Trousers made of such material.

noun

A term of endearment; pet; darling.
Example: And hold-fast is the only dog, my duck (William Shakespeare - The Life of King Henry the Fifth, Act 2, Scene 3).
Dear, mate (informal way of addressing a friend or stranger).
Example: Ay up duck, ow'a'tha?

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Entry sources: en.wiktionary.org (1) · en.wiktionary.org (2)

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

water bird

In a sentence: "The duck is noted."

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Back hooks

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

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Letter Values

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DUCK Scrabble FAQ

Is DUCK a Scrabble word?: DUCK is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does DUCK mean?: water bird
How do you use DUCK in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The duck is noted."
How many points is DUCK worth in Scrabble?: DUCK is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DUCK?: DUCK is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DUCK?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DUCKS, DUCKY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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