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BLACKLEG

8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

B 3/4
L 1/2
A 1/1
C 3/4
K 5/5
L 1/2
E 1/1
G 2/3

Definition of BLACKLEG

noun

A person who takes the place of striking workers; a scab.

noun

A person who cheats in a game; a cheater.

noun

A notorious gambler.

verb

To continue working whilst fellow workers strike.

Synonyms of BLACKLEG

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
22
points

Is BLACKLEG a Scrabble Word?

Yes, BLACKLEG is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 22 pts

Tip: BLACKLEG uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for BLACKLEG

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter blackleg Total
Scrabble 31135112 17
WWF 42145213 22

Words You Can Make With the Letters in BLACKLEG

90 words from the letters in BLACKLEG

How to Use BLACKLEG in Word Games

BLACKLEG is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About BLACKLEG

What does BLACKLEG mean?
BLACKLEG is a noun. A person who takes the place of striking workers; a scab.
Is BLACKLEG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BLACKLEG is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BLACKLEG worth in Scrabble?
BLACKLEG is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BLACKLEG?
You can make 90 words from the letters in BLACKLEG. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of BLACKLEG?
Synonyms of BLACKLEG include: scalie, strikebreaker. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.