How many points is MARKING worth in Scrabble?

MARKING is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MARKING?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

14 pts

MARKING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. MARKING means "arrangement of colours on an animal or plant".

/ˈmɑːkɪŋ/

To put a mark on (something); to make (something) recognizable by a mark; to label or write on (something).
Example: to mark a box or bale of merchandise
To leave a mark (often an undesirable or unwanted one) on (something).
Example: See where this pencil has marked the paper.
To have a long-lasting negative impact on (someone or something).

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

arrangement of colours on an animal or plant

In a sentence: "The marking is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of MARKING. It scores 14 points.

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

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

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Is MARKING a Scrabble word?: MARKING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does MARKING mean?: arrangement of colours on an animal or plant
How do you use MARKING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The marking is noted."
How many points is MARKING worth in Scrabble?: MARKING is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MARKING?: MARKING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MARKING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MARKINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.