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Nightjar

Yes, nightjar is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 19 points in Scrabble.

What does nightjar mean?

noun

  1. mainly crepuscular or nocturnal nonpasserine birds with mottled greyish-brown plumage and large eyes; feed on insects

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for nightjar

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants2 / 6
Scrabble points19
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonRare

Anagrams of nightjar

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters NIGHTJAR.

Words you can make from nightjar

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Frequently asked questions

Is nightjar a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Nightjar 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 nightjar worth in Scrabble?

Nightjar is worth 19 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does nightjar mean?

Nightjar means: mainly crepuscular or nocturnal nonpasserine birds with mottled greyish-brown plumage and large eyes; feed on insects.