How many points is NUCLEASE worth in Scrabble?

NUCLEASE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept NUCLEASE?

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

Can you add a letter to NUCLEASE?

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

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NUCLEASE

10 pts

NUCLEASE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. NUCLEASE means "any of a group of enzymes that hydrolyse nucleic acids to simple nucleotides".

Meaning & examples

noun

Any of several enzymes capable of cleaving the phosphodiester bonds between the nucleotide subunits of nucleic acids.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

any of a group of enzymes that hydrolyse nucleic acids to simple nucleotides

In a sentence: "The nuclease is noted."

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Letter Values

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NUCLEASE Scrabble FAQ

Is NUCLEASE a Scrabble word?: NUCLEASE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does NUCLEASE mean?: any of a group of enzymes that hydrolyse nucleic acids to simple nucleotides
How do you use NUCLEASE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The nuclease is noted."
How many points is NUCLEASE worth in Scrabble?: NUCLEASE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept NUCLEASE?: NUCLEASE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to NUCLEASE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes NUCLEASES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.