How many points is STRAIGHTEDGE worth in Scrabble?

STRAIGHTEDGE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept STRAIGHTEDGE?

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

Can you add a letter to STRAIGHTEDGE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

STRAIGHTEDGE

18 pts

STRAIGHTEDGE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. STRAIGHTEDGE means "a bar with a straight edge used for testing straight lines and surfaces".

Meaning & examples

noun

A flat, rectangular tool used to draw, cut or check the straightness of straight lines.

adjective

Living one's life opposing or eschewing the use of drugs such as alcohol and tobacco.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a bar with a straight edge used for testing straight lines and surfaces

In a sentence: "The straightedge is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of STRAIGHTEDGE. It scores 18 points.

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Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 18

STRAIGHTEDGE Scrabble FAQ

Is STRAIGHTEDGE a Scrabble word?: STRAIGHTEDGE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does STRAIGHTEDGE mean?: a bar with a straight edge used for testing straight lines and surfaces
How do you use STRAIGHTEDGE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The straightedge is noted."
How many points is STRAIGHTEDGE worth in Scrabble?: STRAIGHTEDGE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept STRAIGHTEDGE?: STRAIGHTEDGE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to STRAIGHTEDGE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes STRAIGHTEDGED, STRAIGHTEDGES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.