How many points is ILEUS worth in Scrabble?

ILEUS is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ILEUS?

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

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

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ILEUS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 5 points. ILEUS means "obstruction of the intestine".

(modern usage) Disruption of the normal propulsive ability of the gastrointestinal tract, due to failure of peristalsis.
(broad definition, now rare) Disruption of the normal propulsive ability of the gastrointestinal tract from any cause.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

obstruction of the intestine

In a sentence: "The ileus is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of ILEUS. It scores 5 points.

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Is ILEUS a Scrabble word?: ILEUS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 5 points.
What does ILEUS mean?: obstruction of the intestine
How do you use ILEUS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The ileus is noted."
How many points is ILEUS worth in Scrabble?: ILEUS is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ILEUS?: ILEUS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ILEUS?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PILEUS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.