DOGLEG
9
Definition
Pronunciation: //ˈdɒɡlɛɡ//
noun
- (also attributively) Something (such as a canyon or road) with a sharp bend or turn in it.
- (also attributively) Something (such as a canyon or road) with a sharp bend or turn in it.
- (US, also attributively) A single intersection consisting of two opposing T-junctions in close proximity; an intersection with a staggered cross street."The Q Street crossing of Wisconsin Avenue is an extreme example of such a location, the dog-leg itself being so long, about 150 feet, that in reality two T intersections exist."
verb
- (intransitive) To bend in the shape of the hind leg of a dog, especially to turn and then turn back sharply to the original direction."When the causeway doglegs and all of a sudden you spot sixteen roller coasters in the same place, it can take your breath away."
Source: Kaikki
Word Details
- Length
- 6 letters
- Scrabble Points
- 9 points
- Words With Friends Points
- 12 points
Word Games
- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL)
- Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS)
- Yes
- Wordle
- No
- Words With Friends
- Yes
How many Scrabble points is the word 'DOGLEG'?
The word DOGLEG is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
D2
O1
G2
L1
E1
G2
Total: 9 points
How many Words With Friends points is the word 'DOGLEG'?
The word DOGLEG is worth 12 points in Words With Friends.
D2
O1
G3
L2
E1
G3
Total: 12 points
What's the difference between Scrabble and Words With Friends points?
While many letters share the same point values, there are several key differences between Scrabble and Words With Friends point values:
- B, C, M, P: Worth 3 points in Scrabble, but 4 points in Words With Friends
- H, Y: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 3 points in Words With Friends
- L, N, U: Worth 1 point in Scrabble, but 2 points in Words With Friends
- V: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 5 points in Words With Friends
- J: Worth 8 points in Scrabble, but 10 points in Words With Friends
Note: These are base letter values. Actual game scores also depend on bonus squares (Double/Triple Letter/Word) and board placement, which differ between the two games. See the complete Scrabble point values and Words With Friends point values for full reference.