How many points is LENDING worth in Scrabble?

LENDING is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LENDING?

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

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

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9 pts

LENDING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. LENDING is a verb form of lend. LEND means "give temporary use of".

To allow to be used by someone temporarily, on condition that it or its equivalent will be returned.
Example: I lent her 10 euros to pay for the train tickets, and she paid me back the next day.
To make a loan.
To be suitable or applicable, to fit.
Example: Poems do not lend themselves to translation easily.

Synonyms: borrow

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Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

LENDING is a verb form of lend. LEND means "give temporary use of".

In a sentence: "They lending."

Check the Scrabble meaning of LENDING. It scores 9 points.

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

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Is LENDING a Scrabble word?: LENDING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does LENDING mean?: LENDING is a verb form of lend. LEND means "give temporary use of".
How do you use LENDING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They lending."
How many points is LENDING worth in Scrabble?: LENDING is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LENDING?: LENDING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LENDING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BLENDING, LENDINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.