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Cinnabar

Yes, cinnabar is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does cinnabar mean?

noun

  1. a heavy reddish mineral consisting of mercuric sulfide; the chief source of mercury
  2. large red-and-black European moth; larvae feed on leaves of ragwort; introduced into United States to control ragwort

adjective

  1. of a vivid red to reddish-orange color

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for cinnabar

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants3 / 5
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of cinnabar

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters CINNABAR.

Words you can make from cinnabar

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Frequently asked questions

Is cinnabar a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Cinnabar is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is cinnabar worth in Scrabble?

Cinnabar is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does cinnabar mean?

Cinnabar means: a heavy reddish mineral consisting of mercuric sulfide; the chief source of mercury.