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HOISTWAY

17 pts

HOISTWAY is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. HOISTWAY means "shaft for a hoist".

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

shaft for a hoist

In a sentence: "The hoistway is noted."

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

H4
O1
I1
S1
T1
W4
A1
Y4
= 17

HOISTWAY Scrabble FAQ

Is HOISTWAY a Scrabble word?
HOISTWAY is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does HOISTWAY mean?
shaft for a hoist
How do you use HOISTWAY in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The hoistway is noted."
How many points is HOISTWAY worth in Scrabble?
HOISTWAY is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HOISTWAY?
HOISTWAY is not valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HOISTWAY?
In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes HOISTWAYS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.