How many points is PORTCULLIS worth in Scrabble?

PORTCULLIS is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PORTCULLIS?

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

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PORTCULLIS

14 pts

PORTCULLIS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. PORTCULLIS means "a grating of iron or of timbers pointed with iron, hung over the gateway of a fortress, to be let down to prevent the entrance of an enemy".

Meaning & examples

/pɔːtˈkʌlɪs/

noun

A gate in the form of a grating which is lowered into place at the entrance to a castle, fort, etc.
An English coin of the reign of Elizabeth I, struck for the use of the East India Company, and bearing the figure of a portcullis on the reverse.

verb

To obstruct with, or as with, a portcullis; to shut; to bar.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a grating of iron or of timbers pointed with iron, hung over the gateway of a fortress, to be let down to prevent the entrance of an enemy

In a sentence: "The portcullis is noted."

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Letter Values

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PORTCULLIS Scrabble FAQ

Is PORTCULLIS a Scrabble word?: PORTCULLIS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does PORTCULLIS mean?: a grating of iron or of timbers pointed with iron, hung over the gateway of a fortress, to be let down to prevent the entrance of an enemy
How do you use PORTCULLIS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The portcullis is noted."
How many points is PORTCULLIS worth in Scrabble?: PORTCULLIS is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PORTCULLIS?: PORTCULLIS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).