How many points is REARGUARD worth in Scrabble?

REARGUARD is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept REARGUARD?

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

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

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11 pts

REARGUARD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. REARGUARD means "troops protecting the rear of an army".

/ˈɹɪəɹˌɡɑɹd/

The rearmost part of a force, especially a detachment of troops that protect the rear of a retreating force.
The defence, collectively the defenders.

Antonyms: vanguard

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

troops protecting the rear of an army

In a sentence: "The rearguard is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of REARGUARD. It scores 11 points.

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

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

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Is REARGUARD a Scrabble word?: REARGUARD is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does REARGUARD mean?: troops protecting the rear of an army
How do you use REARGUARD in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The rearguard is noted."
How many points is REARGUARD worth in Scrabble?: REARGUARD is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept REARGUARD?: REARGUARD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to REARGUARD?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes REARGUARDS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.