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Wiretap

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

What does wiretap mean?

noun

  1. the act of tapping a telephone or telegraph line to get information

verb

  1. tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information The FBI was tapping the phone line of the suspected spy

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for wiretap

Word facts

Letters7
Vowels / consonants3 / 4
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of wiretap

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters WIRETAP.

Words you can make from wiretap

Unscramble WIRETAP for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is wiretap a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Wiretap 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 wiretap worth in Scrabble?

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

What does wiretap mean?

Wiretap means: the act of tapping a telephone or telegraph line to get information.