How many points is RATCHETING worth in Scrabble?

RATCHETING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RATCHETING?

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

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RATCHETING

16 pts

RATCHETING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. RATCHETING is a noun form of ratchet. RATCHET means "set of teeth on a bar or wheel allowing motion in one direction only".

Meaning & examples

verb

To cause to become incremented or decremented.
Example: It's time to ratchet up the intensity level here.
To increment or decrement.

noun

The act by which something is ratcheted.
A conjurers' trick of bending an object back and forth to induce metal fatigue, so that it can be broken later by rubbing it.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

RATCHETING is a noun form of ratchet. RATCHET means "set of teeth on a bar or wheel allowing motion in one direction only".

In a sentence: "The ratcheting is noted."

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RATCHET12 pts

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Letter Values

= 16

RATCHETING Scrabble FAQ

Is RATCHETING a Scrabble word?: RATCHETING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does RATCHETING mean?: RATCHETING is a noun form of ratchet. RATCHET means "set of teeth on a bar or wheel allowing motion in one direction only".
How do you use RATCHETING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The ratcheting is noted."
How many points is RATCHETING worth in Scrabble?: RATCHETING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RATCHETING?: RATCHETING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).