How many points is OVERWOUND worth in Scrabble?

OVERWOUND is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept OVERWOUND?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

OVERWOUND

16 pts

OVERWOUND is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. OVERWOUND is a verb form of overwind. OVERWIND means "wind (a watch) beyond the proper limit".

Meaning & examples

verb

To wind (tighten a spring of) something excessively.
To twist itself more tightly.

adjective

Nervous, tense, jumpy.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

OVERWOUND is a verb form of overwind. OVERWIND means "wind (a watch) beyond the proper limit".

In a sentence: "They overwound."

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Base words

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OVERWIND15 pts

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Letter Values

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OVERWOUND Scrabble FAQ

Is OVERWOUND a Scrabble word?: OVERWOUND is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does OVERWOUND mean?: OVERWOUND is a verb form of overwind. OVERWIND means "wind (a watch) beyond the proper limit".
How do you use OVERWOUND in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They overwound."
How many points is OVERWOUND worth in Scrabble?: OVERWOUND is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept OVERWOUND?: OVERWOUND is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).