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Rub

Yes, rub is a valid Scrabble word. It has 3 letters and is worth 5 points in Scrabble.

What does rub mean?

noun

  1. an unforeseen obstacle
  2. the act of rubbing or wiping he gave the hood a quick rub

verb

  1. move over something with pressure rub my hands
  2. cause friction my sweater scratches
  3. scrape or rub as if to relieve itching Don't scratch your insect bites!

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for rub

Word facts

Letters3
Vowels / consonants1 / 2
Scrabble points5
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of rub

Frequently asked questions

Is rub a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Rub 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 rub worth in Scrabble?

Rub is worth 5 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does rub mean?

Rub means: an unforeseen obstacle.