PRECINCT
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Definition
Pronunciation: //ˈpɹisɪŋkt//
noun
- (chiefly in the plural) An enclosed space having defined limits, normally marked by walls."For, by the fundamental Laws of the Realm, it is Capital in any Perſon, of what Quality ſoever, to make water within the Precincts of the Palace."
- (chiefly in the plural) The general area surrounding a place, environs.
- (UK) A pedestrianized and uncovered shopping area.
- (US, law enforcement) A subdivision of a city under the jurisdiction of a specific group of police; the police station situated in that district.
Source: Kaikki
Word Details
- Length
- 8 letters
- Scrabble Points
- 14 points
- Words With Friends Points
- 18 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 'PRECINCT'?
The word PRECINCT is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
P3
R1
E1
C3
I1
N1
C3
T1
Total: 14 points
How many Words With Friends points is the word 'PRECINCT'?
The word PRECINCT is worth 18 points in Words With Friends.
P4
R1
E1
C4
I1
N2
C4
T1
Total: 18 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.