How many points is FOSSES worth in Scrabble?

FOSSES is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FOSSES?

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

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FOSSES

9 pts

FOSSES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. FOSSES is a noun form of fosse. FOSSE means "ditch or moat, esp one dug as a fortification".

Meaning & examples

noun

Waterfall (permanent flow of water over the edge of a cliff).

noun

A pit, groove, cavity, or depression.
A long, narrow, shallow depression on the body of an extraterrestrial body, such as a planet or moon.

noun

A carnivorous mammal endemic to Madagascar, Cryptoprocta ferox.

noun

A ditch or moat.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

FOSSES is a noun form of fosse. FOSSE means "ditch or moat, esp one dug as a fortification".

In a sentence: "The fosses is noted."

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FOSSE8 pts

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Letter Values

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FOSSES Scrabble FAQ

Is FOSSES a Scrabble word?: FOSSES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does FOSSES mean?: FOSSES is a noun form of fosse. FOSSE means "ditch or moat, esp one dug as a fortification".
How do you use FOSSES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The fosses is noted."
How many points is FOSSES worth in Scrabble?: FOSSES is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FOSSES?: FOSSES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).