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Mainspring

Yes, mainspring is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 15 points in Scrabble.

What does mainspring mean?

noun

  1. the most important spring in a mechanical device (especially a clock or watch); as it uncoils it drives the mechanism

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters10
Vowels / consonants3 / 7
Scrabble points15
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonRare

Anagrams of mainspring

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters MAINSPRING.

Words you can make from mainspring

Unscramble MAINSPRING for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is mainspring a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Mainspring 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 mainspring worth in Scrabble?

Mainspring is worth 15 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does mainspring mean?

Mainspring means: the most important spring in a mechanical device (especially a clock or watch); as it uncoils it drives the mechanism.