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POORHOUSE

14 pts

POORHOUSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. POORHOUSE means "(formerly) publicly maintained institution offering accommodation to the poor".

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

(formerly) publicly maintained institution offering accommodation to the poor

In a sentence: "The poorhouse is noted."

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

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

Letter Values

P3
O1
O1
R1
H4
O1
U1
S1
E1
= 14

POORHOUSE Scrabble FAQ

Is POORHOUSE a Scrabble word?
POORHOUSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does POORHOUSE mean?
(formerly) publicly maintained institution offering accommodation to the poor
How do you use POORHOUSE in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The poorhouse is noted."
How many points is POORHOUSE worth in Scrabble?
POORHOUSE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept POORHOUSE?
POORHOUSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to POORHOUSE?
In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes POORHOUSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.