How many points is FORECLOSE worth in Scrabble?

FORECLOSE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FORECLOSE?

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

Can you add a letter to FORECLOSE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

FORECLOSE

14 pts

FORECLOSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. FORECLOSE means "take possession of (property bought with borrowed money which has not been repaid)".

Meaning & examples

/ˌfɔːˈkləʊz/

verb

To repossess a mortgaged property whose owner has failed to make the necessary payments; used with on.
Example: They have to move out of their house because the bank foreclosed on their mortgage.
To cut off (a mortgager) by a judgment of court from the power of redeeming the mortgaged premises.
To shut up or out; to prevent from doing something.

Synonyms: bar, exclude, prevent, stop

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

take possession of (property bought with borrowed money which has not been repaid)

In a sentence: "They foreclose."

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Letter Values

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FORECLOSE Scrabble FAQ

Is FORECLOSE a Scrabble word?: FORECLOSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does FORECLOSE mean?: take possession of (property bought with borrowed money which has not been repaid)
How do you use FORECLOSE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They foreclose."
How many points is FORECLOSE worth in Scrabble?: FORECLOSE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FORECLOSE?: FORECLOSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to FORECLOSE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes FORECLOSED, FORECLOSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.