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Contraction

Yes, contraction is a valid Scrabble word. It has 11 letters and is worth 15 points in Scrabble.

What does contraction mean?

noun

  1. (physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber)
  2. the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together the contraction of a gas on cooling
  3. a word formed from two or more words by omitting or combining some sounds `won't' is a contraction of `will not'

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for contraction

Word facts

Letters11
Vowels / consonants4 / 7
Scrabble points15
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of contraction

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters CONTRACTION.

Words you can make from contraction

Unscramble CONTRACTION for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is contraction a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Contraction 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 contraction worth in Scrabble?

Contraction is worth 15 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does contraction mean?

Contraction means: (physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber).