How many points is GANOID worth in Scrabble?

GANOID is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GANOID?

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

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

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8 pts

GANOID is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. GANOID means "of the scales of certain fishes".

One of the Ganoidei, a disused taxonomic grouping of fishes, including the bowfin, gars, and sturgeons.

Having a smooth, shining surface, as if polished or enameled: specifically applied to those scales or plates of fishes which are generally of an angular form and composed of a bony or hard horny tissue overlaid with enamel.
Having ganoid scales or plates, as a fish; specifically, of or pertaining to the Ganoidei.

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

of the scales of certain fishes

In a sentence: "It is ganoid."

Check the Scrabble meaning of GANOID. It scores 8 points.

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Is GANOID a Scrabble word?: GANOID is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does GANOID mean?: of the scales of certain fishes
How do you use GANOID in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is ganoid."
How many points is GANOID worth in Scrabble?: GANOID is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GANOID?: GANOID is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GANOID?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes GANOIDS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.