How many points is METAPHORS worth in Scrabble?

METAPHORS is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept METAPHORS?

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

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METAPHORS

16 pts

METAPHORS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. METAPHORS is a noun form of metaphor. METAPHOR means "type of figure of speech".

Meaning & examples

noun

The use of a word or phrase to refer to something that it is not, invoking a direct similarity between the word or phrase used and the thing described (but in the case of English without the words like or as, since use of those words would imply a simile); the word or phrase used in this way; an implied comparison.
The use of an everyday object or concept to represent an underlying facet of the computer and thus aid users in performing tasks.
Example: desktop metaphor; wastebasket metaphor

verb

To use a metaphor.
To describe by means of a metaphor.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

METAPHORS is a noun form of metaphor. METAPHOR means "type of figure of speech".

In a sentence: "The metaphors is noted."

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Base words

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METAPHOR15 pts

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

Letter Values

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METAPHORS Scrabble FAQ

Is METAPHORS a Scrabble word?: METAPHORS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does METAPHORS mean?: METAPHORS is a noun form of metaphor. METAPHOR means "type of figure of speech".
How do you use METAPHORS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The metaphors is noted."
How many points is METAPHORS worth in Scrabble?: METAPHORS is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept METAPHORS?: METAPHORS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).