How many points is TAILSPIN worth in Scrabble?

TAILSPIN is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept TAILSPIN?

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

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

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TAILSPIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. TAILSPIN means "uncontrolled spinning dive of an aircraft".

The rapid, uncontrollable descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral.
Example: The loss of the third engine threw the plane into a tailspin.
A severe mental or emotional collapse; emotional breakdown.
Example: Just hours after leaving the institution, she suffered another tailspin.
Any sharp, sustained, often uncontrollable descent or decline.
Example: The present stock tailspin proves bankruptcy is imminent.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

uncontrolled spinning dive of an aircraft

In a sentence: "The tailspin is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of TAILSPIN. It scores 10 points.

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Is TAILSPIN a Scrabble word?: TAILSPIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does TAILSPIN mean?: uncontrolled spinning dive of an aircraft
How do you use TAILSPIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The tailspin is noted."
How many points is TAILSPIN worth in Scrabble?: TAILSPIN is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TAILSPIN?: TAILSPIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to TAILSPIN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes TAILSPINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.