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Tug

Yes, tug is a valid Scrabble word. It has 3 letters and is worth 4 points in Scrabble.

What does tug mean?

noun

  1. a sudden abrupt pull
  2. a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships

verb

  1. pull hard The prisoner tugged at the chains
  2. strive and make an effort to reach a goal She tugged for years to make a decent living
  3. tow (a vessel) with a tug The tugboat tugged the freighter into the harbor

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for tug

Word facts

Letters3
Vowels / consonants1 / 2
Scrabble points4
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of tug

Frequently asked questions

Is tug a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Tug 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 tug worth in Scrabble?

Tug is worth 4 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does tug mean?

Tug means: a sudden abrupt pull.