How many points is LINCHPIN worth in Scrabble?

LINCHPIN is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LINCHPIN?

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

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

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LINCHPIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. LINCHPIN means "pin to hold a wheel on its axle".

/ˈlɪnt͡ʃˌpɪn/

A pin inserted through holes at the end of an axle or shaft, so as to secure a wheel or shaft-mounted device.
A central cohesive source of stability and security; a person or thing that is critical to a system or organisation.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

pin to hold a wheel on its axle

In a sentence: "The linchpin is noted."

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

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

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

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Is LINCHPIN a Scrabble word?: LINCHPIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does LINCHPIN mean?: pin to hold a wheel on its axle
How do you use LINCHPIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The linchpin is noted."
How many points is LINCHPIN worth in Scrabble?: LINCHPIN is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LINCHPIN?: LINCHPIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LINCHPIN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes LINCHPINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.