Periosteum
Yes, periosteum is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
What does periosteum mean?
noun
- a dense fibrous membrane covering the surface of bones (except at their extremities) and serving as an attachment for tendons and muscles; contains nerves and blood vessels that nourish the enclosed bone
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 14 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of periosteum
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PERIOSTEUM.
Words you can make from periosteum
Frequently asked questions
Is periosteum a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Periosteum 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 periosteum worth in Scrabble?
Periosteum is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does periosteum mean?
Periosteum means: a dense fibrous membrane covering the surface of bones (except at their extremities) and serving as an attachment for tendons and muscles; contains nerves and blood vessels that nourish the enclosed bone.