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Stopgap

Yes, stopgap is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does stopgap mean?

noun

  1. something contrived to meet an urgent need or emergency

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for stopgap

Word facts

Letters7
Vowels / consonants2 / 5
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonRare

Anagrams of stopgap

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters STOPGAP.

Words you can make from stopgap

Unscramble STOPGAP for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is stopgap a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Stopgap 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 stopgap worth in Scrabble?

Stopgap is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does stopgap mean?

Stopgap means: something contrived to meet an urgent need or emergency.