How many points is TACRINE worth in Scrabble?

TACRINE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept TACRINE?

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

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

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9 pts

TACRINE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. TACRINE means "drug used to treat Alzheimer's disease".

/ˈtæk.ɹiːn/

A synthetic drug used in Alzheimer's disease to inhibit the breakdown of acetylcholine by cholinesterase and thereby enhance neurological function.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

drug used to treat Alzheimer's disease

In a sentence: "The tacrine is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of TACRINE. It scores 9 points.

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

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Is TACRINE a Scrabble word?: TACRINE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does TACRINE mean?: drug used to treat Alzheimer's disease
How do you use TACRINE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The tacrine is noted."
How many points is TACRINE worth in Scrabble?: TACRINE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TACRINE?: TACRINE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to TACRINE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes TACRINES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.