How many points is FLYBY worth in Scrabble?

FLYBY is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FLYBY?

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

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

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16 pts

FLYBY is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. FLYBY means "flight past a particular position or target".

A flight past a celestial object in order to make observations.
Example: The upcoming flyby of Halley's comet is expected to provide new information on the nature of the comet.
A low-level ceremonial flight, typically in connection with an airshow or a military parade.
A brief visit.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

flight past a particular position or target

In a sentence: "The flyby is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of FLYBY. It scores 16 points.

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

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

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Is FLYBY a Scrabble word?: FLYBY is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does FLYBY mean?: flight past a particular position or target
How do you use FLYBY in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The flyby is noted."
How many points is FLYBY worth in Scrabble?: FLYBY is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FLYBY?: FLYBY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to FLYBY?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes FLYBYS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.