How many points is SILKWORM worth in Scrabble?

SILKWORM is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SILKWORM?

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

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

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17 pts

SILKWORM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. SILKWORM means "caterpillar that spins a cocoon of silk".

/ˈsɪlkwɜːm/

Any of various caterpillars of moths that produce silk cocoons, especially Bombyx mori, the source of most commercial silk.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

caterpillar that spins a cocoon of silk

In a sentence: "The silkworm is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SILKWORM. It scores 17 points.

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

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Is SILKWORM a Scrabble word?: SILKWORM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does SILKWORM mean?: caterpillar that spins a cocoon of silk
How do you use SILKWORM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The silkworm is noted."
How many points is SILKWORM worth in Scrabble?: SILKWORM is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SILKWORM?: SILKWORM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SILKWORM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SILKWORMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.