How many points is SKIRMISHING worth in Scrabble?

SKIRMISHING is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SKIRMISHING?

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

Can you add a letter to SKIRMISHING?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SKIRMISHING

21 pts

SKIRMISHING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points. SKIRMISHING is a noun form of skirmish. SKIRMISH means "brief or minor fight or argument".

Meaning & examples

verb

To engage in a minor battle or dispute

noun

A brief battle; a skirmish.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SKIRMISHING is a noun form of skirmish. SKIRMISH means "brief or minor fight or argument".

In a sentence: "The skirmishing is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of SKIRMISHING. It scores 21 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

SKIRMISH17 pts

Back hooks

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

SKIRMISHINGS22 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 21

SKIRMISHING Scrabble FAQ

Is SKIRMISHING a Scrabble word?: SKIRMISHING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 21 points.
What does SKIRMISHING mean?: SKIRMISHING is a noun form of skirmish. SKIRMISH means "brief or minor fight or argument".
How do you use SKIRMISHING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The skirmishing is noted."
How many points is SKIRMISHING worth in Scrabble?: SKIRMISHING is worth 21 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SKIRMISHING?: SKIRMISHING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SKIRMISHING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SKIRMISHINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.