How many points is MORTMAIN worth in Scrabble?

MORTMAIN is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MORTMAIN?

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

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

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12 pts

MORTMAIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. MORTMAIN means "status of lands held inalienably by a church".

/ˈmɔːt.meɪn/

Pronunciation: /ˈmɔːt.meɪn/

The perpetual, inalienable possession of lands by a corporation or non-personal entity such as a church.
A strong and inalienable possession.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

status of lands held inalienably by a church

In a sentence: "The mortmain is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of MORTMAIN. It scores 12 points.

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

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

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Is MORTMAIN a Scrabble word?: MORTMAIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does MORTMAIN mean?: status of lands held inalienably by a church
How do you use MORTMAIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The mortmain is noted."
How many points is MORTMAIN worth in Scrabble?: MORTMAIN is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MORTMAIN?: MORTMAIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MORTMAIN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MORTMAINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.