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Sanctuary

Yes, sanctuary is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.

What does sanctuary mean?

noun

  1. a consecrated place where sacred objects are kept
  2. a shelter from danger or hardship
  3. area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for sanctuary

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants3 / 6
Scrabble points14
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of sanctuary

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters SANCTUARY.

Words you can make from sanctuary

Unscramble SANCTUARY for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is sanctuary a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Sanctuary 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 sanctuary worth in Scrabble?

Sanctuary is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does sanctuary mean?

Sanctuary means: a consecrated place where sacred objects are kept.