CLAW
/klɔː/
4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of CLAW
A curved, pointed horny nail on each digit of the foot of a mammal, reptile, or bird.
A foot equipped with such.
The pincer (chela) of a crustacean or other arthropod.
To scratch or to tear at.
To use the claws to seize, to grip.
To use the claws to climb.
Word Details
Is CLAW a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CLAW is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like CLAW are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for CLAW
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | l | a | w | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CLAW
7 words from the letters in CLAW
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use CLAW in Word Games
CLAW is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Short word advantage: CLAW is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CLAW to find 7 additional valid words.