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bates

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Is bates a Scrabble word?

Yes, bates is a valid Scrabble word! Worth 7 points in Scrabble.

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  • Words With Friends Yes

What is the meaning of bates?

Definition

verb (English)

1. moderate or restrain; lessen the force ofExamples: "He bated his breath when talking about this affair"; "capable of bating his enthusiasm"Synonyms: bate

2. flap the wings wildly or frantically; used of falconsSynonyms: bate

3. soak in a special solution to soften and remove chemicals used in previous treatmentsExamples: "bate hides and skins"Synonyms: bate

4. strike with, or as if with a baseball batExamples: "bat the ball"Synonyms: bat

5. wink brieflyExamples: "bat one's eyelids"Synonyms: bat, flutter

6. have a turn at batExamples: "Jones bats first, followed by Martinez"Synonyms: bat

Definition source: Wiktionary

What Scrabble words can I make with the letters in "bates"?

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How many Scrabble points is the word "bates"?

Scrabble
7 points
b3
a1
t1
e1
s1
Words With Friends
8 points
b4
a1
t1
e1
s1

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