How many points is TURPENTINE worth in Scrabble?

TURPENTINE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept TURPENTINE?

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

Can you add a letter to TURPENTINE?

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

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TURPENTINE

12 pts

TURPENTINE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. TURPENTINE means "a viscous resin, orig that of the terebinth tree, now generally of conifers".

Meaning & examples

/ˈtɜː.pən.ˌtaɪn/

noun

A volatile essential oil obtained from the wood of pine trees by steam distillation; it is a complex mixture of monoterpenes; it is used as a solvent and paint thinner.

Synonyms: tarpin, turps

verb

To drain resin from (a tree) for use in making turpentine.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a viscous resin, orig that of the terebinth tree, now generally of conifers

In a sentence: "The turpentine is noted."

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Letter Values

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TURPENTINE Scrabble FAQ

Is TURPENTINE a Scrabble word?: TURPENTINE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does TURPENTINE mean?: a viscous resin, orig that of the terebinth tree, now generally of conifers
How do you use TURPENTINE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The turpentine is noted."
How many points is TURPENTINE worth in Scrabble?: TURPENTINE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TURPENTINE?: TURPENTINE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to TURPENTINE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes TURPENTINED, TURPENTINES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.