How many points is PUNCTURE worth in Scrabble?

PUNCTURE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PUNCTURE?

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

Can you add a letter to PUNCTURE?

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

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PUNCTURE

12 pts

PUNCTURE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. PUNCTURE means "small hole made by a sharp object, esp in a tyre".

Meaning & examples

/ˈpʌŋktʃə/

Pronunciation: /ˈpʌŋktʃɚ/

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noun

The act or an instance of puncturing.
A hole, cut, or tear created by a sharp object.
Example: There were two small punctures in his arm where the snake's fangs had pierced the skin.
(specifically) A hole in a vehicle's tyre, causing the tyre to deflate.
Example: On the way back we got a puncture, and we were stuck at the roadside for three hours until help arrived.

Synonyms: flat, flat tyre

verb

To pierce; to break through; to tear a hole.
Example: The needle punctured the balloon instantly.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

small hole made by a sharp object, esp in a tyre

In a sentence: "The puncture is noted."

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Letter Values

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PUNCTURE Scrabble FAQ

Is PUNCTURE a Scrabble word?: PUNCTURE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does PUNCTURE mean?: small hole made by a sharp object, esp in a tyre
How do you use PUNCTURE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The puncture is noted."
How many points is PUNCTURE worth in Scrabble?: PUNCTURE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PUNCTURE?: PUNCTURE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PUNCTURE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PUNCTURED, PUNCTURER, PUNCTURES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.