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Kowtow

Yes, kowtow is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.

What does kowtow mean?

noun

  1. a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission

verb

  1. bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
  2. try to gain favor by cringing or flattering He is always kowtowing to his boss

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for kowtow

Word facts

Letters6
Vowels / consonants2 / 4
Scrabble points16
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonRare

Anagrams of kowtow

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters KOWTOW.

Words you can make from kowtow

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Frequently asked questions

Is kowtow a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Kowtow 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 kowtow worth in Scrabble?

Kowtow is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does kowtow mean?

Kowtow means: a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission.