Floodgate
Yes, floodgate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
What does floodgate mean?
noun
- something that restrains a flood or outpouring
suspension of surveillance opened the floodgates to illegal immigrants
- regulator consisting of a valve or gate that controls the rate of water flow through a sluice
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for floodgate
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 14 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of floodgate
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters FLOODGATE.
Words you can make from floodgate
Frequently asked questions
Is floodgate a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Floodgate 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 floodgate worth in Scrabble?
Floodgate is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does floodgate mean?
Floodgate means: something that restrains a flood or outpouring.