Defense
Yes, defense is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
What does defense mean?
noun
- (military) military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies
they died in the defense of Stalingrad
- protection from harm
sanitation is the best defense against disease
- (sports) the team that is trying to prevent the other team from scoring
his teams are always good on defense
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for defense
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 11 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of defense
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DEFENSE.
Words you can make from defense
Frequently asked questions
Is defense a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Defense 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 defense worth in Scrabble?
Defense is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does defense mean?
Defense means: (military) military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies.