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Sidetrack

Yes, sidetrack is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.

What does sidetrack mean?

noun

  1. a short stretch of railroad track used to store rolling stock or enable trains on the same line to pass

verb

  1. wander from a direct or straight course

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for sidetrack

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants3 / 6
Scrabble points16
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonRare

Anagrams of sidetrack

  • trackside

Words you can make from sidetrack

Unscramble SIDETRACK for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is sidetrack a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Sidetrack 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 sidetrack worth in Scrabble?

Sidetrack is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does sidetrack mean?

Sidetrack means: a short stretch of railroad track used to store rolling stock or enable trains on the same line to pass.