How many points is SKUNK worth in Scrabble?

SKUNK is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SKUNK?

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

Can you add a letter to SKUNK?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SKUNK

13 pts

SKUNK is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. SKUNK means "small mammal which emits a foul-smelling fluid when attacked".

Meaning & examples

/skʌŋk/

Pronunciation: /skʌŋk/

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noun

Any of various small mammals, of the family Mephitidae, native to North and Central America, having a glossy black with a white coat and two musk glands at the base of the tail for emitting a noxious smell as a defensive measure.
A despicable person.
A walkover victory in sports or board games, as when the opposing side is unable to score. Compare shutout.

verb

To defeat so badly as to prevent any opposing points.
Example: I skunked him at cards.
To win by 30 or more points.
(of beer) To go bad, to spoil.

noun

A member of a hybrid skinhead and punk subculture.

noun

Any of the strains of hybrids of Cannabis sativa and Cannabis indica that may have THC levels exceeding those of typical hashish.

noun

Any of several American plants that have an offensive odour, but especially Croton texensis and Polemonium viscosum
Strong-smelling cannabis

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

small mammal which emits a foul-smelling fluid when attacked

In a sentence: "The skunk is noted."

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Letter Values

= 13

SKUNK Scrabble FAQ

Is SKUNK a Scrabble word?: SKUNK is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does SKUNK mean?: small mammal which emits a foul-smelling fluid when attacked
How do you use SKUNK in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The skunk is noted."
How many points is SKUNK worth in Scrabble?: SKUNK is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SKUNK?: SKUNK is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SKUNK?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SKUNKS, SKUNKY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.