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Licorice

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

What does licorice mean?

noun

  1. deep-rooted coarse-textured plant native to the Mediterranean region having blue flowers and pinnately compound leaves; widely cultivated in Europe for its long thick sweet roots
  2. a black candy flavored with the dried root of the licorice plant

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for licorice

Word facts

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

Anagrams of licorice

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters LICORICE.

Words you can make from licorice

Unscramble LICORICE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is licorice a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Licorice 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 licorice worth in Scrabble?

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

What does licorice mean?

Licorice means: deep-rooted coarse-textured plant native to the Mediterranean region having blue flowers and pinnately compound leaves; widely cultivated in Europe for its long thick sweet roots.