How many points is HOLDOVER worth in Scrabble?

HOLDOVER is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HOLDOVER?

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

Can you add a letter to HOLDOVER?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

HOLDOVER

15 pts

HOLDOVER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. HOLDOVER means "official who continues in office after their term has expired".

Meaning & examples

Pronunciation

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noun

Something left behind, saved or remaining from an earlier time.
Example: That policy is a holdover from days of punch card data entry.
The distance (at target) by which a rifle scope is aimed higher than the intended point of impact in order to compensate for bullet drop over the distance to the target.
Example: This rangefinder not only measures the distance to the target, but also provides a digital readout of the inches of holdover at that distance.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

official who continues in office after their term has expired

In a sentence: "The holdover is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of HOLDOVER. It scores 15 points.

Back hooks

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

HOLDOVERS16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 15

HOLDOVER Scrabble FAQ

Is HOLDOVER a Scrabble word?: HOLDOVER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does HOLDOVER mean?: official who continues in office after their term has expired
How do you use HOLDOVER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The holdover is noted."
How many points is HOLDOVER worth in Scrabble?: HOLDOVER is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HOLDOVER?: HOLDOVER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HOLDOVER?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes HOLDOVERS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.