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Dehiscence

Yes, dehiscence is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.

What does dehiscence mean?

noun

  1. (biology) release of material by splitting open of an organ or tissue; the natural bursting open at maturity of a fruit or other reproductive body to release seeds or spores or the bursting open of a surgically closed wound

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters10
Vowels / consonants4 / 6
Scrabble points18
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonRare

Anagrams of dehiscence

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DEHISCENCE.

Words you can make from dehiscence

Unscramble DEHISCENCE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is dehiscence a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Dehiscence 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 dehiscence worth in Scrabble?

Dehiscence is worth 18 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does dehiscence mean?

Dehiscence means: (biology) release of material by splitting open of an organ or tissue; the natural bursting open at maturity of a fruit or other reproductive body to release seeds or spores or the bursting open of a surgically closed wound.