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JACKKNIFE
29 ptsJACKKNIFE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 29 points. JACKKNIFE means "(of an articulated truck) go out of control so that the trailer swings round at a sharp angle to the cab".
verb
Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word
Definition and meaning
(of an articulated truck) go out of control so that the trailer swings round at a sharp angle to the cab
In a sentence: "They jackknife."
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Letter Values
J8
A1
C3
K5
K5
N1
I1
F4
E1
= 29
JACKKNIFE Scrabble FAQ
- Is JACKKNIFE a Scrabble word?
- JACKKNIFE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 29 points.
- What does JACKKNIFE mean?
- (of an articulated truck) go out of control so that the trailer swings round at a sharp angle to the cab
- How do you use JACKKNIFE in a sentence?
- In a sentence: "They jackknife."
- How many points is JACKKNIFE worth in Scrabble?
- JACKKNIFE is worth 29 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept JACKKNIFE?
- JACKKNIFE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
- Can you add a letter to JACKKNIFE?
- In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes JACKKNIFED, JACKKNIFES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.