How many points is HORSESHOES worth in Scrabble?

HORSESHOES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HORSESHOES?

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

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HORSESHOES

16 pts

HORSESHOES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. HORSESHOES is a noun form of horseshoe. HORSESHOE means "protective U-shaped piece of iron nailed to a horse's hoof, regarded as a symbol of good luck".

Meaning & examples

noun

The U-shaped metallic shoe of a horse.
A U-shaped piece of metal used to play the game horseshoes.
The U shape of a horseshoe.

verb

To apply horseshoes to (a horse).

Synonyms: shoe

noun

The game played by throwing horseshoes toward a metal stake.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

HORSESHOES is a noun form of horseshoe. HORSESHOE means "protective U-shaped piece of iron nailed to a horse's hoof, regarded as a symbol of good luck".

In a sentence: "The horseshoes is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of HORSESHOES. It scores 16 points.

Base words

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HORSESHOE15 pts

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Letter Values

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HORSESHOES Scrabble FAQ

Is HORSESHOES a Scrabble word?: HORSESHOES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does HORSESHOES mean?: HORSESHOES is a noun form of horseshoe. HORSESHOE means "protective U-shaped piece of iron nailed to a horse's hoof, regarded as a symbol of good luck".
How do you use HORSESHOES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The horseshoes is noted."
How many points is HORSESHOES worth in Scrabble?: HORSESHOES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HORSESHOES?: HORSESHOES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).