How many points is RECIPROCATING worth in Scrabble?

RECIPROCATING is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RECIPROCATING?

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

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RECIPROCATING

20 pts

RECIPROCATING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. RECIPROCATING is a verb form of reciprocate. RECIPROCATE means "to give and take mutually".

Meaning & examples

verb

To exchange two things, with both parties giving one thing and taking another thing.
To give something else in response (where the "thing" may also be abstract, a feeling or action) To make a reciprocal gift.
Example: I gave them apples from my tree; they reciprocated with a pie and some apple jelly.
To move backwards and forwards, like a piston.
Example: A reciprocating engine.

adjective

That moves backwards and forwards.

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verb

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Definition and meaning

RECIPROCATING is a verb form of reciprocate. RECIPROCATE means "to give and take mutually".

In a sentence: "They reciprocating."

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Base words

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RECIPROCATE17 pts

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Letter Values

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RECIPROCATING Scrabble FAQ

Is RECIPROCATING a Scrabble word?: RECIPROCATING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does RECIPROCATING mean?: RECIPROCATING is a verb form of reciprocate. RECIPROCATE means "to give and take mutually".
How do you use RECIPROCATING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They reciprocating."
How many points is RECIPROCATING worth in Scrabble?: RECIPROCATING is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RECIPROCATING?: RECIPROCATING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).