Heparin
Yes, heparin is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
What does heparin mean?
noun
- a polysaccharide produced in basophils (especially in the lung and liver) and that inhibits the activity of thrombin in coagulation of the blood; it (trade names Lipo-Hepin and Liquaemin) is used as an anticoagulant in the treatment of thrombosis and in heart surgery
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of heparin
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters HEPARIN.
Words you can make from heparin
Frequently asked questions
Is heparin a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Heparin 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 heparin worth in Scrabble?
Heparin is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does heparin mean?
Heparin means: a polysaccharide produced in basophils (especially in the lung and liver) and that inhibits the activity of thrombin in coagulation of the blood; it (trade names Lipo-Hepin and Liquaemin) is used as an anticoagulant in the treatment of thrombosis and in heart surgery.