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DEXTRIN

/ˈdɛkstɹɪn/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun

D 2/2
E 1/1
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T 1/1
R 1/1
I 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of DEXTRIN

noun

Any of a range of oligomers of glucose, intermediate in complexity between maltose and starch, produced by the enzymatic hydrolysis of starch; used commercially as adhesives.

Synonyms of DEXTRIN

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Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
16
points

Is DEXTRIN a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of DEXTRIN earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 65 points total.

Letter Values for DEXTRIN

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

Letter dextrin Total
Scrabble 2181111 15
WWF 2181112 16

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DEXTRIN

93 words from the letters in DEXTRIN

How to Use DEXTRIN in Word Games

DEXTRIN is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since DEXTRIN uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 65 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DEXTRIN to find 93 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DEXTRIN

What does DEXTRIN mean?
DEXTRIN is a noun. Any of a range of oligomers of glucose, intermediate in complexity between maltose and starch, produced by the enzymatic hydrolysis of starch; used commercially as adhesives.
Is DEXTRIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DEXTRIN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DEXTRIN worth in Scrabble?
DEXTRIN is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DEXTRIN?
You can make 93 words from the letters in DEXTRIN. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DEXTRIN?
Synonyms of DEXTRIN include: E1400, food additive. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.