Oncogene
Yes, oncogene is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
What does oncogene mean?
noun
- a gene that disposes normal cells to change into cancerous tumor cells
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 11 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of oncogene
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ONCOGENE.
Words you can make from oncogene
Frequently asked questions
Is oncogene a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Oncogene 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 oncogene worth in Scrabble?
Oncogene is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does oncogene mean?
Oncogene means: a gene that disposes normal cells to change into cancerous tumor cells.