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Dovetail

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

What does dovetail mean?

noun

  1. a mortise joint formed by interlocking tenons and mortises

verb

  1. fit together tightly, as if by means of a dovetail

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants4 / 4
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

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Frequently asked questions

Is dovetail a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Dovetail 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 dovetail worth in Scrabble?

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

What does dovetail mean?

Dovetail means: a mortise joint formed by interlocking tenons and mortises.