How many points is MICROPYLE worth in Scrabble?

MICROPYLE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MICROPYLE?

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

Can you add a letter to MICROPYLE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

MICROPYLE

18 pts

MICROPYLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. MICROPYLE means "small opening in the integuments of a plant ovule through which the male gametes pass".

Meaning & examples

/ˈmaɪ.kɹəʊˌpaɪl/

noun

In seed-bearing plants, a small opening in the integuments of the ovule through which sperm are able to access the ovum.
The hilum of an ovum at the point of attachment to the ovary; any opening in the coverings of an ovum by which spermatozoa may find entrance.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

small opening in the integuments of a plant ovule through which the male gametes pass

In a sentence: "The micropyle is noted."

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Back hooks

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MICROPYLES19 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 18

MICROPYLE Scrabble FAQ

Is MICROPYLE a Scrabble word?: MICROPYLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does MICROPYLE mean?: small opening in the integuments of a plant ovule through which the male gametes pass
How do you use MICROPYLE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The micropyle is noted."
How many points is MICROPYLE worth in Scrabble?: MICROPYLE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MICROPYLE?: MICROPYLE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MICROPYLE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MICROPYLES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.