How many points is OVERLOCKING worth in Scrabble?

OVERLOCKING is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept OVERLOCKING?

OVERLOCKING is not valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to OVERLOCKING?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

OVERLOCKING

21 pts

OVERLOCKING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points. OVERLOCKING means "oversewing a hem or fabric edge to prevent fraying".

Meaning & examples

verb

To stitch in this manner.
To make the bolt of a lock go too far.

Synonyms: merrow, overedge, serge

Definitions and examples via Free Dictionary API. Word-game validity is checked separately against NWL2023 and CSW24.

Entry sources: en.wiktionary.org (1) · en.wiktionary.org (2)

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

oversewing a hem or fabric edge to prevent fraying

In a sentence: "The overlocking is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of OVERLOCKING. It scores 21 points.

Back hooks

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

OVERLOCKINGS22 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 21

OVERLOCKING Scrabble FAQ

Is OVERLOCKING a Scrabble word?: OVERLOCKING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points.
What does OVERLOCKING mean?: oversewing a hem or fabric edge to prevent fraying
How do you use OVERLOCKING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The overlocking is noted."
How many points is OVERLOCKING worth in Scrabble?: OVERLOCKING is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept OVERLOCKING?: OVERLOCKING is not valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to OVERLOCKING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes OVERLOCKINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.