Oil
Yes, oil is a valid Scrabble word. It has 3 letters and is worth 3 points in Scrabble.
What does oil mean?
noun
- a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water
- oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist
- a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons
verb
- cover with oil, as if by rubbing
oil the wooden surface
- administer an oil or ointment to ; often in a religious ceremony of blessing
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for oil
Word facts
| Letters | 3 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 1 |
| Scrabble points | 3 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of oil
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters OIL.
Frequently asked questions
Is oil a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Oil 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 oil worth in Scrabble?
Oil is worth 3 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does oil mean?
Oil means: a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water.