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preliminary

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Is preliminary a Scrabble word?

Yes, preliminary is a valid Scrabble word! Worth 18 points in Scrabble.

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  • Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
  • Wordle No
  • Words With Friends Yes

What is the meaning of preliminary?

Definition

noun (English)

1. a minor match preceding the main eventSynonyms: prelim, preliminary

2. something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what followsExamples: "training is a necessary preliminary to employment"; "drinks were the overture to dinner"Synonyms: overture, preliminary, prelude

adjective satellite (English)

1. denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important; designed to orient or acquaint with a situation before proceedingExamples: "a preliminary investigation"Synonyms: preliminary

Definition source: Wiktionary

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

How many Scrabble points is the word "preliminary"?

Scrabble
18 points
p3
r1
e1
l1
i1
m3
i1
n1
a1
r1
y4
Words With Friends
22 points
p4
r1
e1
l2
i1
m4
i1
n2
a1
r1
y4

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