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COTTON

/ˈkɒt.n̩/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective

C 3/4
O 1/1
T 1/1
T 1/1
O 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of COTTON

noun

Gossypium, a genus of plant used as a source of cotton fiber.

noun

Any plant that encases its seed in a thin fiber that is harvested and used as a fabric or cloth.

noun

Any fiber similar in appearance and use to Gossypium fiber.

verb

To provide with cotton.

verb

To make or become cotton-like

verb

To protect from harsh stimuli, coddle, or muffle.

adjective

Made of cotton.

verb

To get on with someone or something; to have a good relationship with someone.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
10
points

Is COTTON a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Tip: COTTON uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for COTTON

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

Letter cotton Total
Scrabble 311111 8
WWF 411112 10

How to Use COTTON in Word Games

COTTON is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, COTTON is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble COTTON to find 27 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About COTTON

What does COTTON mean?
COTTON is a noun. Gossypium, a genus of plant used as a source of cotton fiber.
Is COTTON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, COTTON is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is COTTON worth in Scrabble?
COTTON is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from COTTON?
You can make 27 words from the letters in COTTON. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.