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Mealybug

Yes, mealybug is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.

What does mealybug mean?

noun

  1. scalelike plant-eating insect coated with a powdery waxy secretion; destructive especially of fruit trees

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants3 / 5
Scrabble points16
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonRare

Anagrams of mealybug

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters MEALYBUG.

Words you can make from mealybug

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Frequently asked questions

Is mealybug a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Mealybug 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 mealybug worth in Scrabble?

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

What does mealybug mean?

Mealybug means: scalelike plant-eating insect coated with a powdery waxy secretion; destructive especially of fruit trees.