How many points is PUTLOCK worth in Scrabble?

PUTLOCK is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PUTLOCK?

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

Can you add a letter to PUTLOCK?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

PUTLOCK

15 pts

PUTLOCK is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. PUTLOCK is a noun form of putlog. PUTLOG means "short horizontal beam that with others supports the floor planks of a scaffold".

Meaning & examples

noun

One of the short pieces of timber on which the planks forming the floor of a scaffold are laid, one end resting on the ledger of the scaffold, and the other in a hole left in the wall temporarily for the purpose.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

PUTLOCK is a noun form of putlog. PUTLOG means "short horizontal beam that with others supports the floor planks of a scaffold".

In a sentence: "The putlock is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of PUTLOCK. It scores 15 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

PUTLOG9 pts

Back hooks

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

PUTLOCKS16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 15

PUTLOCK Scrabble FAQ

Is PUTLOCK a Scrabble word?: PUTLOCK is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does PUTLOCK mean?: PUTLOCK is a noun form of putlog. PUTLOG means "short horizontal beam that with others supports the floor planks of a scaffold".
How do you use PUTLOCK in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The putlock is noted."
How many points is PUTLOCK worth in Scrabble?: PUTLOCK is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PUTLOCK?: PUTLOCK is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PUTLOCK?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PUTLOCKS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.