Lichen
Yes, lichen is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
What does lichen mean?
noun
- any of several eruptive skin diseases characterized by hard thick lesions grouped together and resembling lichens growing on rocks
- any thallophytic plant of the division Lichenes; occur as crusty patches or bushy growths on tree trunks or rocks or bare ground etc.
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 6 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 11 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of lichen
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters LICHEN.
Words you can make from lichen
Frequently asked questions
Is lichen a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Lichen 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 lichen worth in Scrabble?
Lichen is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does lichen mean?
Lichen means: any of several eruptive skin diseases characterized by hard thick lesions grouped together and resembling lichens growing on rocks.