How many points is PINCUSHIONS worth in Scrabble?

PINCUSHIONS is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PINCUSHIONS?

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

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PINCUSHIONS

18 pts

PINCUSHIONS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. PINCUSHIONS is a noun form of pincushion. PINCUSHION means "a small cushion in which pins may be stuck ready for use".

Meaning & examples

noun

A device, originally like a small, stuffed cushion, designed to have sewing pins and needles stuck into it to store them safely; some modern pincushions hold the objects magnetically.
The names of various plants with flowers or other parts resembling a pincushion.
A person who is pricked or stabbed multiple times with sharp objects; specifically, someone who receives regular hypodermic needle injections.
Example: Insulin-dependent diabetics are human pincushions.

verb

To jab or stick repeatedly with one or more sharp objects, as with pins into a pincushion.
Example: The target was pincushioned with arrows.
To assume the shape of a pincushion; specifically, of the image on a computer display, television, etc., to exhibit pincushion distortion, where the sides curve inwards.

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noun

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Definition and meaning

PINCUSHIONS is a noun form of pincushion. PINCUSHION means "a small cushion in which pins may be stuck ready for use".

In a sentence: "The pincushions is noted."

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PINCUSHION17 pts

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Letter Values

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PINCUSHIONS Scrabble FAQ

Is PINCUSHIONS a Scrabble word?: PINCUSHIONS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does PINCUSHIONS mean?: PINCUSHIONS is a noun form of pincushion. PINCUSHION means "a small cushion in which pins may be stuck ready for use".
How do you use PINCUSHIONS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The pincushions is noted."
How many points is PINCUSHIONS worth in Scrabble?: PINCUSHIONS is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PINCUSHIONS?: PINCUSHIONS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).